Chemistry – Discover What Everything Is Made Of

Chemistry is the science of matter—what it's made of, how it changes, and why those changes happen. If you're curious about how substances react, why explosions occur, or how medicines and materials are made, Chemistry is the subject for you.

In Years 11 and 12, the Chemistry course explores the structure of atoms and molecules, chemical reactions, the periodic table, acids and bases, energy changes, and chemical equilibrium. You’ll investigate how chemistry plays a role in everyday life—from the water we drink to the fuels we use, and even how the human body functions.

You’ll perform practical experiments, write scientific reports, and learn how to think critically about data and chemical processes. This hands-on experience helps you understand real-world problems—like pollution, climate change, and developing sustainable materials.

Chemistry is essential if you’re thinking about a future in medicine, pharmacy, nursing, forensics, engineering, environmental science, or food science. It also pairs well with Biology, Physics, or Investigating Science for students interested in multiple scientific pathways.

Why choose Chemistry? Because it helps you understand the building blocks of everything around you, and gives you skills in problem-solving, data analysis, and scientific thinking—all highly valued in university and careers.

If you like doing experiments, figuring out how things work, and applying maths and logic to real-life problems, Chemistry is a powerful and exciting subject choice for Year 11 and 12.

Chemistry Syllabus