The overarching aim of the Chemistry Curriculum is to provide chemistry-related learning experiences for students to develop scientific literacy, so that they can participate actively in our rapidly changing knowledge-based society, prepare for further studies or careers in fields related to chemistry, and become lifelong learners in science and technology.
The broad aims of the Chemistry Curriculum are to enable students to:
develop interest and maintain a sense of wonder and curiosity about chemistry ;
construct and apply knowledge of chemistry , and appreciate the relationship between chemistry and other disciplines;
appreciate and understand the evolutionary nature of science;
develop skills for making scientific inquiries;
develop the ability to think scientifically, critically and creatively, and solve problems individually and collaboratively in chemistry -related contexts;
discuss science-related issues using the language of chemistry;
make informed decisions and judgments on chemistry -related issues; and
develop open-mindedness, objectivity and pro-activeness;
show appropriate awareness of working safely;
understand and evaluate the social, ethical, economic, environmental and technological implications of chemistry, and develop an attitude of responsible citizenship.