A Level Chemistry will develop your understanding of chemistry allowing you to explain the properties and structures of the molecules and compounds which make up the very world around you. The course takes a broad but detailed approach to chemistry where you will study a range of topics from the shapes of atoms to how cancer treatments work. • You welcome the challenge to work hard, develop new knowledge and see it applied in a variety of different situation • You enjoy practical work to complement the theoretical knowledge you will gain in lessons What will I be studying? Year 12 – Develoment of practical skills; Foundations in Chemistry; Periodic Table and Energy; Organic Chemistry Year 13 – Physical Chemistry and Elements; pH and Buffers; Transition Elements; Organic Chemistry; Aromatic Compounds; Polymers; Chromatography; Spectroscopy. What subjects go with Chemistry? Scholars are advised to study Biology, Physics or Mathematics. Where could it lead me? You could be a chemist or biochemist. Chemistry also provides essential Knowledge For Careers Such As Those: In Medicine, Veterinary Science, Geology, Dentistry, Biology, Engineering, Forensic Science, Toxicology, Nanotechnology, Environmental Law or Policy Making, Patent Law and Teaching.
How will I be assessed? You will be assessed at the end of Year 13 Paper 1 – Modules 1, 2, 3, 5; 2 hrs 15mins written exam; 100 marks; 37% of the course Paper 2 – Modules 1, 2, 4, 6; 2hrs 15mins written exam; 100 marks; 37% of the course Paper 3 – All topics ; 1hr 30mins written exam; 70 marks; 26% of the course All papers include relevant practical skills questions
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Andover Street, Sheffield, S3 9BE |
A Level Chemistry will develop your understanding of chemistry allowing you to explain the properties and structures of the molecules and compounds which make up the very world around you. The course takes a broad but detailed approach to chemistry where you will study a range of topics from the shapes of atoms to how cancer treatments work. • You welcome the challenge to work hard, develop new knowledge and see it applied in a variety of different situation • You enjoy practical work to complement the theoretical knowledge you will gain in lessons What will I be studying? Year 12 – Develoment of practical skills; Foundations in Chemistry; Periodic Table and Energy; Organic Chemistry Year 13 – Physical Chemistry and Elements; pH and Buffers; Transition Elements; Organic Chemistry; Aromatic Compounds; Polymers; Chromatography; Spectroscopy. What subjects go with Chemistry? Scholars are advised to study Biology, Physics or Mathematics. Where could it lead me? You could be a chemist or biochemist. Chemistry also provides essential Knowledge For Careers Such As Those: In Medicine, Veterinary Science, Geology, Dentistry, Biology, Engineering, Forensic Science, Toxicology, Nanotechnology, Environmental Law or Policy Making, Patent Law and Teaching.
How will I be assessed? You will be assessed at the end of Year 13 Paper 1 – Modules 1, 2, 3, 5; 2 hrs 15mins written exam; 100 marks; 37% of the course Paper 2 – Modules 1, 2, 4, 6; 2hrs 15mins written exam; 100 marks; 37% of the course Paper 3 – All topics ; 1hr 30mins written exam; 70 marks; 26% of the course All papers include relevant practical skills questions
