11–12Chemistry 11–12 Syllabus (2025)
The new Chemistry 11–12 Syllabus (2025) is to be implemented from 2028 and will replace the Chemistry Stage 6 Syllabus (2017).
2026 and 2027
- Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2028, Term 1
- Start teaching the new syllabus for Year 11
- Start implementing new Year 11 school-based assessment requirements
- Continue to teach the Chemistry Stage 6 Syllabus (2017) for Year 12
2028, Term 4
- Start teaching the new syllabus for Year 12
- Start implementing new Year 12 school-based assessment requirements
2029
- First HSC examination for new syllabus
Content
Life Skills
Through collaborative curriculum planning, it may be decided that Life Skills outcomes and content are the most appropriate option for some students with intellectual disability.
Teachers select relevant Working scientifically outcomes and content to integrate with this focus area based on the strengths and needs of individual students.
LoadingRecognise chemical reactions in everyday living
Observe changes that occur due to a chemical reaction
Identify reactants in a familiar chemical reaction
Identify that many chemical reactions are not reversible
Identify the signs of a chemical reaction
Participate in a practical investigation to identify changes in mass and explore how mass is conserved in a chemical reaction (law of conservation of mass)
Identify safety risks associated with chemical reactions
Explore the use of safety information and warning labels on familiar household products
Identify safety measures when handling and storing chemicals
Demonstrate safe handling and storage practices for household chemicals
Observe slow and fast chemical reactions
Classify familiar chemical reactions as slow or fast
Identify safety risks associated with fast chemical reactions
Identify chemical reactions that can cause harmful or unwanted effects
Explore how reducing reactants slows down or prevents chemical reactions
Identify ways to prevent fires
Identify ways to slow down reactions and keep food fresh
Identify ways to prevent metals from rusting
Demonstrate safe handling of substances and materials
Participate in a practical investigation to observe the effect of different coatings on the rate at which a metal rusts
Participate in a practical investigation to observe the effect of temperature, air exposure or preservatives on food freshness
Explain why slowing chemical reactions can be useful in everyday living