Chemistry is the study of the structure, properties and transformation of matter at
the atomic/molecular level. Hence, chemistry is often seen to play a central
role in science. It is built on an understanding of the laws of physics that
govern the nature of particles and at the same time provides a basis for
studying and understanding the molecules and reactions in biological systems.
H1 Chemistry provides you with an
experience that develops interest in Chemistry and builds the knowledge, skills
and attitudes necessary for you to become
a scientifically literate citizen who is well-prepared for the challenges
of the 21st century. You will develop the understanding, skills, ethics and
attitudes relevant to the Practices of Science. You will also develop the way
of thinking to explain phenomena, approach and solve problems in chemical systems.
For
more details on H1 syllabus, you can refer to the following website:
https://www.seab.gov.sg/docs/default-source/national-examinations/syllabus/alevel/2021syllabus/8873_y21_sy.pdf
H2 Chemistry aims to develop students’
understanding of the chemical concepts and how these concepts are related
within chemistry and to other science disciplines. A key feature in the study
of H2 Chemistry is the development of students’ ability to navigate between the macroscopic phenomena, submicroscopic interactions
and symbolic representations to attain
a deep conceptual understanding of the behaviours of chemical systems. It
will enable students to extend this way of viewing and thinking about the
behaviours of chemical systems to physical and biological phenomena, which are
present in many aspects of daily life, e.g. environmental pollution and food
science.
For
more details on H2 syllabus, you can refer to the following website:
https://www.seab.gov.sg/docs/default-source/national-examinations/syllabus/alevel/2021syllabus/9729_y21_sy.pdf
H3 Chemistry
is aimed at students who have exceptional ability and interest in
Chemistry and is designed with a strong emphasis on independent and
self-directed learning. H3 Chemistry syllabus has been designed to build on and extend the knowledge,
understanding and skills acquired from the H2 Chemistry syllabus. The H3
Chemistry syllabus is meant to nurture students’ passion for the subject and
provide greater depth and rigour in the subject for those pursuing further
studies in chemistry-related fields. Students who offer H3 Chemistry are also expected to tackle more
sophisticated problems than other students who only offer H2 Chemistry.
In the subject, students will be
able to:
(a) understand more advanced organic
reactions and the stereochemistry of organic compounds;
(b) understand and apply various
analytical techniques to chemical analysis.
For
more details on H3 syllabus, you can refer to the following website:
https://www.seab.gov.sg/docs/default-source/national-examinations/syllabus/alevel/2021syllabus/9813_y21_sy.pdf