A Level Chemistry

Course summary

Sometimes referred to as the 'central science', chemistry helps to connect physical sciences, like Maths and Physics, with applied sciences, such as Biology, Medicine and Engineering. In fact, chemistry is all around us and an understanding of the subject can help to answer many simple questions about everyday life, and will be pivotal in the future to solve many of the current problems facing our society, such as; diseases, healthcare access, drug development, renewable energy, fuels and sustainable materials. Topics in this A-level fall into three main categories: Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry and Organic Chemistry. - Physical Chemistry focuses on how the structure of atoms determines the properties, reactions and structures of chemical elements, compounds and substances. - Inorganic Chemistry focuses on the chemical reactions, properties and structures of substances that do not involve carbon as the main element. - Organic Chemistry involves the study of carbon based structures. Carbon is a highly versatile element; it is the basis of life, fuels and many other materials from plastics to pharmaceuticals. In organic chemistry you will study the properties, synthesis and reactions of a wide variety of carbon-based substances. There are 12 compulsory required practicals which are assessed in the written papers but pupils will carry out many experiments during the course. This course is suitable for: Students who wants a deeper understanding of the world around us (how and why things work)