Advanced Higher
Advanced Higher Course Outline
Advanced Higher Chemistry is studied in S6. The course consists of three units. Once again pupils will deepen their understanding of chemistry developing a wide variety of skills that help prepare pupils for their future careers. Pupils will regularly be expected to carry out prescribed practical experiments in which they will be asked to write a short report on. The content of each unit is as follows.
Unit 1 Electronic Structure and the Periodic Table
Electronic structure and periodic table
Super and semiconductors
Transition metal chemistry and catalysts
Unit 2 Principles of Chemical Reactions
Chemical Equilibrium
Thermochemisty
Electrochemistry
Kinetics
Unit 3 Organic Chemistry
Instrumental analysis
Medicines
Organic reactions and mechanisms
Unit 4 Chemistry Investigation
Advanced Higher extends students’ knowledge and skills beyond Higher. Students will face new academic and personal challenges, requiring them to develop their knowledge and abilities, and to think and work independently.
The Course builds on Higher Chemistry, developing further the underlying theories of Chemistry and the practical skills used in the chemical laboratory.
The study of chemistry at Advanced Higher level develops the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of the physical and natural environments.
The Course also develops the skills of independent study and thought that are essential in a wide range of occupations.
An Advanced Higher Chemistry award is held in high esteem by Universities.