Chemistry (A Level)

This course is for students who want to continue studying chemistry after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the topics, but the A level will give you the chance to study these and some new ones, in much greater depth. You might be choosing chemistry because you're headed for a scientific career, though it will give you a set of skills that can be used in a wide range of non-scientific careers too.

Ever wondered about fermentation, worn a new hi-tech fibre, watched a firework display, needed medicine, used a plastic bottle, repaired a rusting implement? Then you have studied some Chemistry.

The ‘A’ level course consists of modules in Organic, Physical and Inorganic Chemistry with associated practical work relating to advances and problems associated with materials.

Students’ knowledge from theory lessons is complemented by practical experience. We use software and the internet to assist with revision, and students have a course textbook and plenty of access to past exam papers to guide them throughout. Students are expected to place a refundable deposit for a text book and buy a lab book.

Chemistry is the study of materials at a molecular level: you will have opportunities to learn about the properties of everyday materials and even make some of them. You will review the fundamentals of chemistry going over the important concepts that underpin it including atomic structure and quantitative chemistry. You'll understand the behaviours of the elements of the periodic table and learn about organic and physical chemistry. You'll develop practical skills to plan, conduct and report on experiments and investigations using a range of methods and apparatus and apply your maths skills to quantitative analysis. You'll get an insight into the important applications of chemistry to everyday life.

The ‘A’ level course consists of modules in Organic, Physical and Inorganic Chemistry with associated practical work relating to advances and problems associated with materials.

Organic Chemistry – aliphatic and aromatic compounds with practical opportunities.

Inorganic Chemistry – periodicity, transition metals, halogens with practical opportunities.

Physical Chemistry – kinetics, equilibria, electrochemistry, catalysis with practical opportunities.

100% examination at the end of the course.

Min 6 in GCSE Chemistry or Sci & Add Sci, also must have a 6 in GCSE Maths + 3 other Grade 9-4 or A*-C GCSEs