International GCSE Chemistry helps you to understand the technological world in which you live, and take an informed interest in science and scientific development. It enables you to recognise the usefulness and limitations of the scientific method, and how to apply this to other disciplines and in everyday life. You will develop relevant attitudes, such as a concern for accuracy and precision, enquiry, integrity, initiative and inventiveness. You will gain a better understanding of the scientific skills essential for both further study and everyday life. (Cambridge Assessment International Education, n.d.)

• The particulate nature of matter
• Experimental techniques
• Atoms, elements and compounds
• Chemical reactions
• Acids, bases and salts
• The Periodic Table
• Organic chemistry

International GCSE Chemistry requires about 130 hours of study. The number of hours needed may vary depending on your previous experience of the subject. We recommend that students who are beginning this course should have previously completed a Chemistry curriculum such as the International Lower Secondary programme or equivalent national educational framework.

The International AS & A Level Chemistry course builds on the skills acquired at International GCSE (or equivalent) level. The course includes the main theoretical concepts which are fundamental to the subject, some current applications of chemistry, and a strong emphasis on advanced practical skills. Practical skills are assessed in a timetabled practical examination.

The emphasis throughout is on the understanding of concepts and the application of chemistry ideas in novel contexts as well as on the acquisition of knowledge. The course encourages creative thinking and problem-solving skills which are transferable to any future career path.

International AS and A Level Chemistry is ideal for learners who want to study chemistry or a wide variety of related subjects at university or to follow a career in science. (Cambridge Assessment International Education, n.d.)

• Physical chemistry
• Inorganic chemistry
• Organic chemistry
• Analytical techniques

International AS Level Chemistry requires about 180 hours of study, and International A Level Chemistry requires about 360 hours of study. These figures are for guidance only. The number of hours needed may vary depending on your previous experience of the subject.

We recommend that students who are beginning this course should have previously completed an International GCSE course in Chemistry.

Grade B/6 or above in Chemistry at IGCSE (or equivalent) is required before starting International AS & A Level Chemistry. It is also necessary that all A Level students have IGCSE English Language or the equivalent at Grade C/4 or above.