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Chemistry
Chemistry A Level delves more deeply into topics with which you are already familiar, such as bonding, and those with which you may not be, such as entropy. Chemistry requires an understanding and application of knowledge, making it completely different to the demands of GCSE. As an experimental science lessons in our Sixth Form will reinforce what you learn; we do far more experimental work than the core/required practical work required by the course. You will benefit hugely from working in smaller teaching groups because it allows dedicated one-to-one support; you will not simply be ‘a face in the crowd’ struggling to get help. A weekly, exclusively A Level, clinic is a central part of our teaching and learning in addition to being able to come and see your teachers at any time for additional help. You will develop excellent learning independence, an essential skill for university and beyond, whilst still enjoying and benefiting from the structure and support we provide.
Course structure /
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Exam board: Edexcel
There are three examination papers that are taken at the end of the course and no assessed coursework. There are 16 core (required) experiments that are compulsory (although, of course, we do more than that). There are three examination papers, taken at the end of the course: Unit 1: Physical chemistry and inorganic chemistry (30%) (1 hour 45 minutes) Unit 2: Organic chemistry and physical chemistry (30%) (1 hour 45 minutes) Unit 3: The entire course, including the practical skills gained from the core (required) practical exercises (40%) (2 hours 30 minutes) Beyond A Level /
Chemistry is essential for a wide variety of careers, such as medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary science and biochemistry. You could even become a chemistry teacher. Given the problem solving, analytical and research skills that the course will help you to develop, along with teamwork and communication, it provides an excellent route into non-scientific subjects, such as law and journalism.
Entry requirements /
GCSE Mathematics (Grade 7) GCSE Chemistry or Double Science (Grade 7)
