Chemistry

Course summary

A level Chemistry is suitable if you: • want to find out about how things work • enjoy applying your mind to solving problems • want to use Chemistry to progress onto further studies in Higher Education or support other qualifications or enter chemistry based employment. Whilst many job opportunities require higher qualifications ,most laboratory-based jobs benefit from a Chemistry qualification, for instance dental assistance or veterinary assistant. Many employers view success at A level Chemistry as a clear indication of sound academic ability. Many university courses have a significant proportion of chemistry content and an A level in Chemistry is excellent preparation for such further study. Courses in chemical engineering, medicine, veterinary medicine, biological sciences, environmental science, pharmacy and dentistry specifically require Chemistry or find it desirable. A level Chemistry gives you the opportunity to study a core of key concepts in greater details. Many of the ideas first covered at GCSE will be revisited but with a emphasis on explaining rather than simply describing the behaviour of molecules. While studying A level Chemistry you will develop practical skills that include making observations, collecting data, analysing experimental results and formulating conclusions. You will also gain an appreciation of how scientific models are developed and evolve, the applications and implications of science, the benefits and risks that science brings and the ways in which society uses science to make decisions. Lectures and practical work.