Rumi School of Innovative Sciences (RSIS)

Chemistry

GCSE · WJEC / Eduqas

WJEC Eduqas GCSE Chemistry (Triple Science) covers atomic structure and the periodic table, bonding and structure, quantitative chemistry (calculations involving moles and concentrations), chemical changes, energy changes, rates of reaction, organic chemistry, chemical analysis, the atmosphere, and using resources sustainably.

Chemistry is often the most calculation-heavy of the three sciences at GCSE, particularly quantitative chemistry, which many students find the hardest topic on the specification without focused practice.

Curriculum Breakdown

Important Topics

  • Atomic Structure & Periodic TableAtomic models, electron configuration, and periodic trends.
  • Bonding & StructureIonic, covalent and metallic bonding.
  • Quantitative ChemistryMoles, concentrations and calculation-based chemistry.
  • Chemical ChangesReactivity, acids, and electrolysis.
  • Rates of Reaction & Energy ChangesFactors affecting reaction speed and exothermic/endothermic reactions.
  • Organic ChemistryHydrocarbons and an introduction to organic reactions.
  • Earth & AtmosphereThe atmosphere and using Earth's resources sustainably.