A Level in Chemistry

Course summary

Chemistry is conceptually challenging and can only be mastered through a deep understanding rather than memorisation of factual information. We adopt a scholarly approach to learning where students are encouraged to read journals and books beyond the curriculum, to engage with deep learning outside the classroom consistently through the use of the Mulberry Learn and by applying what they have learnt in class in a variety of contexts. Students are set essay questions to improve their academic literacy skills and develop an appreciation of practical science through regular engagement with experiments in class and enrichment activities. Students also learn through modelling of abstract ideas in a variety of ways. Students are stretched by participation in the Olympiad and Cambridge Challenge. The subject has a 20% mathematical demand and could be studied alongside a variety of subjects including Mathematics at A level. Students will study a two-year syllabus (OCR A: H432) for A level Chemistry which is assessed at the end of the course.