Paper 1
Date TBC
Paper 2
Date TBC
Paper 1
Topics 1–5:
Atomic structure and the periodic table
Bonding, structure, and the properties of matter
Quantitative chemistry
Chemical changes
Energy changes
Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes
Foundation and Higher Tier
100 marks
50% of the total qualification
Questions: Multiple choice, structured, closed short answer and open response.
Paper 2
Topics 6–10:
The rate and extent of chemical change
Organic chemistry
Chemical analysis
Chemistry of the atmosphere
Using resources
Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes
Foundation and Higher Tier
100 marks
50% of the total qualification
Questions: Multiple choice, structured, closed short answer and open response.