Level 3 Chemistry - Extension
13CHEE Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr J. Webster.
Entry CriteriaEntry into Level 3 Chemistry - Extension requires successful completion of Level 2 Extension Chemistry. As a guideline, the majority of students' achievements in the Level 2 Extension course should be at Excellence level, especially the organic chemistry unit.
Level 3 Chemistry - Extension
This course extends the students' understanding of fundamental chemical concepts and is designed to provide an opportunity to discuss the impact of chemistry on everyday life. It involves the chemistry of aqueous solutions, and in-depth thermochemical principles. This programme includes preparation for students in order for them to attempt the NZ Scholarship Examination in Chemistry. Regardless of the outcome of the Scholarship examination, the students will participate in an in-depth and high-level enrichment of Chemistry. This will prepare students well for study at university.
It is a requirement for all students in a Level 3 Extension course to sit the Scholarship exam.
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