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Chemistry
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Higher
Spec J248H
OCR GCSE Gateway Chemistry A — Higher
OCR Gateway J248 Higher. Targets grades 4–9 with mole calculations, electrolysis half-equations and equilibrium analysis.
Papers
2
Total marks
180
Tier
Higher
Board
OCR
Course overview
OCR Gateway Chemistry A (J248) at Higher tier targets grades 4–9. Same paper structure as Foundation. Higher requires confidence with mole calculations, ionic and half-equations, and quantitative analysis.
Paper-by-paper breakdown
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Paper 1Topics C1–C3
1h 45m 90 marks 50% Calculator: Allowed
Topics covered
- •Particles
- •Elements, compounds and mixtures
- •Chemical reactions
Paper 2Topics C4–C6
1h 45m 90 marks 50% Calculator: Allowed
Topics covered
- •Predicting and identifying reactions and products
- •Monitoring and controlling chemical reactions
- •Global challenges
Assessment objectives
AO1
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, techniques and procedures
Weighting: 40%
AO2
Apply knowledge and understanding to scientific contexts
Weighting: 40%
AO3
Analyse information and ideas to interpret, evaluate and develop arguments
Weighting: 20%
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