Chemistry is a crucially important subject. It provides the basis for our most important industries and as an A level subject it is essential for further studies in the Sciences or Medicine. A level Chemistry complements many other A level subjects, such as Biology, Mathematics, Physics and Geography.

To:

• stimulate interest in and enjoyment of the subject

• recognise the value of Chemistry to society

• gain a thorough knowledge and understanding of Chemistry

• develop practical skills

• lay a secure foundation for students who will continue their studies.

The course has a modular structure:

Unit 4 Periodicity, quantitative equilibria and functional group chemistry
Unit 5 Transition metals, quantitative kinetics and applied organic chemistry
Unit 6 Laboratory chemistry II

AS Level

Both AS and A2 levels are assessed using three written papers. Year 12 AS Chemists take a Practical Exam of one hour and 45 minutes in the May of Year 12.

Year 13 A2 Chemists undertake around 10 pieces of assessed coursework throughout the year.

1. Two Bs at GCSE Science

2. Students must be mathematically confident with a C minimum at GCSE.