Careers Committee of St. Paul's School (Lam Tin)

Chemistry (Certificate Level)
The broad aims of this syllabus are that students should:

1. develop curiosity and interest in chemistry;
2. acquire an appropriate body of knowledge and understanding in chemistry;
3. acquire an ability to think rationally and critically, and to apply the knowledge of chemistry in making judgements and solving problems;
4. develop skills in scientific investigations;
5. recognize the evolutionary and sometimes transitory nature of chemical knowledge;
6. be acquainted with the language of chemistry and be equipped with the skills in communicating ideas in chemistry related contexts;
7. develop an appreciation of chemistry and its applications in daily life;
8. become aware of the social, economic, environmental and technological implications of chemistry, and show concern for the environment and society; and
9. develop open-mindedness, objectivity and proactiveness.

Requirements

• interest in, and enjoyment from, the study of chemistry.
• show concern for the local environment and society.
• logical thinking and analytical power.
• feel comfortable with Mathematics and Integrated Science; and have above average results in the 2 subjects.