Curious about the world around you? Our IGCSE Chemistry online study programme provides a fascinating journey through the very fabric of existence. Understand why ice floats, why leaves change their colour, and the reason behind the saltiness of the sea. Our course empowers you to unlock the answers to these questions and much more!
Brimming with dynamic content and scientific challenges, this course sharpens your analytical thinking and fosters a deep understanding of various topics, from the structure of atoms to the mechanics of fuel production. 💡
This programme is an excellent choice for those looking towards careers in health and clinical professions such as medicine, veterinary science, nursing, dentistry, or forensic science. Teaming this course with complementary GCSEs can pave the way for your A-level studies or university education.
Tailor-made for online study, our course adheres to the new Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry syllabus and provides flexibility in your learning journey. With unlimited tutor support, a clear induction, and well-structured assignments, we will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in your exams. For students based in the UK, we offer guaranteed access to one of our exam centres for the final assessment. 🎓
Why Choose Us?
Dynamic and engaging content, designed to the latest syllabus.
Fast track option available for 2022 exams.
Guaranteed exam venue through our partnership network of exam centres.
Unlimited tutor support: we help you create a study plan and support you throughout your journey.
Exam pass guarantee: didn't pass the first time? We'll support you till your next exam!
Chemistry can be challenging, but the reward is a comprehensive scientific understanding that opens the door to numerous academic and professional pathways.
About the awarding body
Awarding body: Edexcel
Our course code: X804
Qualification code: 4CH1
Official Qualification Title: GCSE Chemistry
Edexcel, the UK's largest awarding organisation, has been aiding individuals to achieve their goals through learning for nearly two decades. They offer a wide range of academic and vocational qualifications in both domestic and international schools, colleges, and workplaces.
⏱️ Study Hours: Expect between 120 to 150 hours of study, plus time for completing assignments.
👩🏫 Study Method: Delivered via our interactive online platform, our course boasts a variety of media including videos, quizzes, and engaging activities. Need printed materials? No problem, you can print them yourself!
📆 Course Duration: Register today for the course commencing on 01/09/21. Your login to MyOxbridge, our online platform, will be issued ahead of the start date. Once enrolled, enjoy unlimited tutor support for two years.
📋 Assessment: Registration for Summer 2022 examinations is open. You'll need to complete two IGCSE standard written exams, a mixture of multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, calculations, and extended open-response questions. We also offer guaranteed exam spaces at our UK centres. Throughout your course, complete various assignments for feedback, helping you monitor your progress.
👩🎓 Course Outcomes: Upon successful completion, you will earn an IGCSE in Chemistry, issued by Edexcel, designed specifically for distance learning.
ℹ️ Additional Information: This course has a Level 2 difficulty. There are no formal entry requirements; however, we recommend an intermediate ability to read and write in English.
Course Content:
- Principles of Chemistry: Explore the states of matter, atomic structures, the periodic table, electrolysis, and different types of bonding.
- Inorganic Chemistry: Learn about alkali metals, atmospheric gases, metal extraction from compounds, acid-base reactions, and identifying gases and anions.
- Physical Chemistry: Understand endothermic and exothermic reactions, calculate energy changes, explore rates of reaction, reversible reactions, and equilibria.
- Organic Chemistry: Delve into organic chemistry, study crude oil and fractional distillation, and learn about the reactions of organic compounds like alkanes, alkenes, and alcohols.