Choosing this Course Is it possible to discover a cure for cancer? How can we prevent global warming? What innovative new materials may we develop in the future? If these world changing questions have you thinking, then Chemistry A-Level is the course for you. Chemistry A-Level is highly valued by admissions tutors at all Russell Group Universities and is the perfect qualification to enable you to study Science at degree level or move into many other professional fields. By studying chemistry you will acquire a wide range of transferable skills and learn about ideas and concepts which address all the important questions in modern science. Course Content The specification is divided into six units, each covering different key concepts of chemistry. Teaching of practical skills is integrated with the theoretical topics and they’re assessed both through three written papers at the end of Year 13. Year 1 Module 1 Development of Practical Skills in Chemistry Module 2 Foundations in Chemistry Module 3 Periodic Table and Energy Module 4 Core Organic Chemistry Year 2 Module 5 Physical Chemistry and Transition Elements Module 6 Organic Chemistry and Analysis Practical ac tivities specified by the exam board are embedded throughout the course and contribute to the achievement of the Practical Endorsement as well as enhancing learners’ understanding of chemical theory and practical skills. Career Opportunities: Chemistry A-Level opens doors to many careers in the chemical industry, from research into green fuels to defence research with the Ministry of Defence. An understanding of Chemistry is essential for medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, forensic science, pharmacy, pharmacology, biochemistry, geology and archaeology.
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Sutton |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Sutton Common Road, Sutton, SM3 9PS |
Choosing this Course Is it possible to discover a cure for cancer? How can we prevent global warming? What innovative new materials may we develop in the future? If these world changing questions have you thinking, then Chemistry A-Level is the course for you. Chemistry A-Level is highly valued by admissions tutors at all Russell Group Universities and is the perfect qualification to enable you to study Science at degree level or move into many other professional fields. By studying chemistry you will acquire a wide range of transferable skills and learn about ideas and concepts which address all the important questions in modern science. Course Content The specification is divided into six units, each covering different key concepts of chemistry. Teaching of practical skills is integrated with the theoretical topics and they’re assessed both through three written papers at the end of Year 13. Year 1 Module 1 Development of Practical Skills in Chemistry Module 2 Foundations in Chemistry Module 3 Periodic Table and Energy Module 4 Core Organic Chemistry Year 2 Module 5 Physical Chemistry and Transition Elements Module 6 Organic Chemistry and Analysis Practical ac tivities specified by the exam board are embedded throughout the course and contribute to the achievement of the Practical Endorsement as well as enhancing learners’ understanding of chemical theory and practical skills. Career Opportunities: Chemistry A-Level opens doors to many careers in the chemical industry, from research into green fuels to defence research with the Ministry of Defence. An understanding of Chemistry is essential for medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, forensic science, pharmacy, pharmacology, biochemistry, geology and archaeology.
Practical and exam
