Chemistry - NCEA Level 2

Entry Requirements: 14 credits at Level 1 Science, or at Head of Learning's discretion.


Course Outline:

The course is divided into three sections which prepare students for the external achievement standards:

  • Bonding, structure, properties and energy changes
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Chemical Reactivity

Up to three internal achievement standards may be offered.


Assessment:

  • Internal credits - up to 10
  • External credits - up to 13
  • Total credits - up to 23


Level 1 Literacy: Up to 13 Level 1 Literacy credits are available
Level 1/University Entrance Numeracy: Up to 4 Level 1/UE Numeracy credits are available


Comments: Success in the Level 1 external Chemistry Achievement Standard AS90944 is advised.


This course leads to: Level 3 Chemistry


Costs: Graphical calculators are recommended but not essential.


Contact: Mrs Jo Standley


 

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