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Chemistry at LCC

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Chemistry- the creative science

  • Chemistry exists everywhere not just in our laboratories. Everything around us is made from chemicals ( e.g food, clothes, materials, medicines, even air)

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  • Chemistry is the study of the various forms of matter, their composition, structure, and properties, and how they combine with each other.��Chemistry also involves the interaction between atoms and molecules: how they are related to (and affected by) various forms of energy.

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Skills Needed

  • It is recommended that a student undertaking the course has a good understanding of Junior Cycle science
  • Each student should have an aptitude and interest for laboratory work, students who enjoy investigation and problem solving.

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  • A student would be expected to have a reasonable level of Junior Cycle Maths, higher level maths is not essential.

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Chemistry is often perceived as a difficult science subject.

However if you are Hard working and have a passion for science you can be successful at chemistry.

If you are a hands on practical learner, chemistry may be a suitable subject for you.

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Assessment Structure

  • All Science subjects are offered at OL and HL

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  • Grading stays same as prior to curriculum changes (H1 = 100points etc)

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  • Assessment will be split into two parts;
    • AAC – Additional Assessment Component – 40% - Common brief (marked according to level selected)
    • Written examination – 60%

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  • Both are corrected by SEC – subject teacher will not grade either component

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AAC information

  • Scientific research on an issue related to the brief.
  • An experiment related to an issue within the brief
  • Approx 20 hrs to research, design and conduct experiment, and conclude to produce findings
  • Based on one of the three cross cutting themes in LC sciences:
    • Health
    • Sustainability
    • Technology

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Breakdown of Course

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Careers/Areas of Work- chemistry offers a pathway into a diverse range of careers.

  • There are approx 180 pharmaceutical companies in Ireland, offering a broad range of careers.
  • It is a progressive subject with many options at third level, starting with PLC courses ( e.g laboratory technician). Level 7 degrees and higher.
  • Chemistry maybe used as a gateway into other careers including: Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science, Physiotherapy, Nursing, analytical science, environmental and Medical Laboratory Technology, Teaching, Pathology, Forensic, state laboratory, Pharmaceutical manufacturing, materials science, electrochemistry (e.g battery development). Medical devices……

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Questions ?