Chemistry

Course summary

WHY STUDY THIS COURSE? · 100% pass rate at AS Chemistry and A2 level. · Excellent teachers who know you and your learning habits and can support your transition to A level. · Excellent opportunities to carry out practical’s and experiments. · Strong exam focus so you learn how to apply your knowledge to the context of the question. · Detailed and diagnostic feedback for your work. · Excellent resources available: a range of textbooks and revision guides. COURSE DESCRIPTION In AS year, you will be introduced to the principles of Chemistry, these revolve around 3 main areas; physical, inorganic and organic Chemistry. These cover Chemical bonding, energetics, equilibria, Halogens, Molecular reactions and pathways and Organic Analysis. In A2, you will enhance your knowledge from AS, adding in new topics such as Born-Haber Cycles, Transition metals, Aromatic Chemistry, Biochemistry and much more. You will have hands on experience in practical’s to develop laboratory skills and enjoy investigating the principles you have studied. Practical’s cover a wide range of the course, looking at synthesis organic products, testing for inorganic and organic substances, purifying substances, redox and acid titrations, as well as many more. You will have the opportunity to go on trips to research and carry out practical’s on Colour Chemistry, along with attending a university lecture series.