IGCSE Chemistry
Enrol Anytime | Enrolment Fee £345
Start your journey towards a career in science, healthcare or engineering. Gain a solid foundation in chemical principles and the processes that shape the world around us. The course will help you progress to further education, an apprenticeship or seek employment inside or outside of the UK.
- Awarding Bodies: Cambridge & Edexcel Examination Boards
- Learning Hours: 130 Recommended Study Hours
- Flexible Fast Track Available
- Full IGCSE Qualification
Overview
Would you like to progress your education through distance learning? An online International GCSE Chemistry course can open doors to a rewarding career in science. The programme with Learn Now provides the same fully recognised qualification you would achieve if attending mainstream college but giving you the flexibility to learn at your own pace.
If you are an adult learner, a student resitting exams, or someone juggling studies with work and family, this could work perfectly. The course is designed to suit many lifestyles and provides at least two exam series per year.
Choose Your Specification
Whether you are based inside or outside the UK, we can offer a variety of internationally recognised examination boards to suit your specific needs:
- Cambridge International CIE 0620 (A*-G) or 0971 (9-1)
- Pearson Edexcel 4CH1 (9-1)
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Enrol Anytime | Enrolment Fee £345
Select your course awarding body from the dropdown below.
Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry
Specification Code: 0620 (A*-G) or 0971 (9-1)
The Cambridge specification will allow you to understand the technological world in which you live, and enable you to take an informed interest in science and scientific developments.
Learners gain an understanding of the basic principles of Chemistry through a mix of theoretical and practical scenarios. You will also develop an understanding of the scientific skills essential for further study at Cambridge International A Level, skills which are useful in everyday life.
The Cambridge Specification has 14 modules you will need to cover.
Course Content
States of matter
- Solids, liquids and gases
- Diffusion
Atoms, elements and compounds
- Elements, compounds and mixtures
- Atomic structure and the Periodic Table
- Isotopes
- Ions and ionic bonds
- Simple molecules and covalent bonds
- Giant covalent structures
- Metallic bonding
Stoichiometry
- Formulae
- Relative masses of atoms and molecules
- The mole and the Avogadro constant
Electrochemistry
- Electrolysis
- Hydrogen–oxygen fuel cells
Chemical energetics
- Exothermic and endothermic reactions
Chemical reactions
- Physical and chemical changes
- Rate of reaction
- Reversible reactions and equilibrium
- Redox
Acids, bases and salts
- The characteristic properties of acids and bases
- Oxides
- Preparation of salts
The Periodic Table
- Arrangement of elements
- Group I properties
- Group VII properties
- Transition elements
- Noble gases
Metals
- Properties of metals
- Uses of metals
- Alloys and their properties
- Reactivity series
- Corrosion of metals
- Extraction of metals
Chemistry of the environment
- Water
- Fertilisers
- Air quality and climate
Organic chemistry
- Formulae, functional groups and terminology
- Naming organic compounds
- Fuels
- Alkanes
- Alkenes
- Alcohols
- Carboxylic acids
- Polymers
Experimental techniques and chemical analysis
- Experimental design
- Acid–base titrations
- Chromatography
- Separation and purification
- Identification of ions and gases
Students will be required to arrange and pay for their examinations / practicals at a CIE approved centre. We can provide an extensive list of these centres for you.
IGCSE Exams
There are three exams for the full qualification. The length of each exam is as follows:Paper 2- 45 min
Paper 4 – 1 hour 15 min
Paper 6 – 1 hour
Course Outcome
On successful completion of all your exams, you will be awarded the following qualification:
International GCSE Chemistry with CIE
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Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry
Specification Code: 4CH1
This syllabus will allow you to learn about unifying patterns and themes of chemistry.
You will acquire knowledge and understanding of chemical facts, concepts and principles and develop a logical approach to problem solving in a wider context. Grades 9-1 are available
There are four modules you will need to cover.
Course Content
Principles of Chemistry
- States of matter
- Elements, compounds and mixtures
- Atomic structure
- The Periodic Table
- Chemical formulae, equations and calculations
- Ionic bonding
- Covalent bonding
- Metallic bonding
- Electrolysis
Inorganic Chemistry
- Group 1 (alkali metals) – lithium, sodium and potassium
- Group 7 (halogens) – chlorine, bromine and iodine
- Gases in the atmosphere
- Reactivity series
- Extraction and uses of metals
- Acids, alkalis and titrations
- Acids, bases and salt preparations
- Chemical tests
Physical Chemistry
- Energetics
- Rates of reaction
- Reversible reactions and equilibria
Organic Chemistry
- Introduction
- Crude oil
- Alkanes
- Alkenes
- Alcohols
- Carboxylic acids
- Esters
- Synthetic polymers
Students will be required to arrange and pay for their examinations at an Edexcel approved centre. We can provide an extensive list of these centres for you.
IGCSE Exams
There are two exams for the full qualification. The length of each exam is as follows:Paper 1 – 2 hour
Paper 2 – 1 hour 15 min
Course Outcome
On successful completion of all your exams, you will be awarded the following qualification:
International GCSE Chemistry with Edexcel
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Enrolment Fees
Our Enrolment fee for this course is noted at the top of this page where you can enrol directly onto the course. This fee includes access to your course including tutor support for 2 years.
Our enrolment fee includes:
- All study materials covering the full specification.
- Full support where you can also message your tutor as many times as you need to.
- Access to our online Library with a full range of eBooks.
- Assignment marking and feedback
- Marked and graded practise examination papers
- Fast Track available if required and flexible learning from home 24/7.
The only other fee you will need to pay is for your exams which is due approximately six months prior and this will be paid directly to the exam centre.
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FAQs
Will I find this course hard?
If you have never covered chemistry in the past, you may find the start of the course challenging, however we will begin by building a foundation in atomic structure, bonding, reactions and calculations. This will then lead onto plenty of practise in preparation for your exams.
Will I need to buy any books?
You will not be required to purchase any books with this course. We automatically include logins to our online e-Library, which provides access to the following premium eBooks depending on your selected course specification:
Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry (Hodder Education) – Bryan Earl
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry Book (Hodder Education)– Graham Hill, Robet Wensley
Don’t see the specific book you are looking for? Ask us, and we will let you know if we have it!
Which subjects should I study alongside this course?
For Chemistry, you will be carrying out calculations such as moles and concentrations. You will also need to interpret graphs and analyse data. IGCSE Maths can strengthen this area of your knowledge and support scientific notation.
Looking further ahead at career options, Chemistry, Physics and Maths are strong combinations for engineering whereas Chemistry, Biology and Geography can help with Applied Sciences.
Where can the subject take me?
GCSEs form a natural progression onto A Levels, however you may also want to consider some other options too. You could look into a Level 3 apprenticeship which would allow you to earn whilst you learn. Popular apprenticeships would include Laboratory Technician or Manufacturing Technician.
If you are based outside the UK, IGCSEs are widely recognised by top Science Universities such as Princeton, ETH Zurich and the University of Tokyo.
Can I study this course from outside the UK?
Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge (CIE) qualifications can be taken inside and outside the UK. Content within the specification is adapted for international learners and the qualification is comparable to UK GCSE standards.
How long does the course take?
You will receive access and support for two years, however you can complete the course much sooner if you need to. Exams for this subject fall in May/June or October/Novembereach year and therefore you are able to choose which exam sitting you want to apply for. We have more information on exam timetables here.
How does this course compare to a college GCSE?
The International GCSE is taken worldwide rather than just the UK. It is equivalent to a GCSE but is often 100% exam based. See our article IGCSE vs GCSE for more information.
What can I do with IGCSE Chemistry
The course gives learners a solid foundation for further study. Students who achieve grades 9-4 are well prepared to follow a wide range of courses including AS and A’ Level Chemistry.