Chemistry
Do you want a career in Science? Are you curious about how the material world is constructed? Chemistry touches every aspect of our lives, and the course will allow you to research, problem solve and develop your analytical skills.
Course Overview
This is a two-year programme of study. There will also be mock examinations in Year 12.
During the course, students will study a range of topics from physical chemistry, inorganic chemistry and organic chemistry. Students will also develop their practical skills and competency by completing a number of required practicals.
Where could this course take me?
Successful completion of the course can lead to employment, college or university. Whatever your grade or aim at the end of the course you will have gained a great deal of knowledge about different aspects of Chemistry and developed a number of transferable skills. Previous students have gone into a wide range of courses including: Chemistry, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Environmental Science, and non-Science courses.
Entrance Requirements
To study Chemistry at A Level, students on either the Combined Science or Separate Science GCSE programmes will be considered, but only if they sit the Higher Tier exams.
- If students study Combined Science, they must achieve a 7-7 Grade or above, including a Grade 7 in C1 and C2.
- If students study Separate Sciences, they must achieve a Grade 7 or above in GCSE Chemistry.
Students must also obtain a Grade 6 or above in GCSE Mathematics. For students from other schools, equivalent Science GCSE courses will be considered.
As with all A Level subjects, students must be prepared to carry out a considerable amount of private study and attend support sessions when appropriate.
Awarding Body
AQA
Assessment
Paper 1 – Written Exam: 2 hours (35%)
Paper 2 – Written Exam: 2 hours (35%)
Paper 3 – Written Exam: 2 hours (30%)