Chemistry

Assessment

Paper 1: Periodic table, elements and physical chemistry -Examination of 2 hours 15 minutes in two sections (37% of A level) Section A: objective test questions Section B: structured questions covering theory and practical skills Paper 2: Synthesis and analytical techniques -Examination of 2 hours 15 minutes in two sections (37% of A level) Section A: objective test questions Section B: structured questions covering theory and practical skills Paper 3: Unified chemistry -Examination of 1 hour 30 minutes (26% of A level) Structured and extended response questions covering theory and practical skills Non-exam assessment: Practical endorsement for chemistry -Teacher-assessed component involving demonstration of laboratory competence in a minimum of 12 experiments. Pass/fail criteria which are reported separately and do not contribute to the A level grade.