Course information
Chemistry
King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy - Birmingham
01216472471
Sheldon Heath Road, Sheldon, Birmingham, B26 2RZ
Course summary

The A-Level Chemistry course is relevant to real world experiences and is fascinating and engaging to learn. During the course, you will study the fundamental processes behind a wide range of natural and man-made phenomena and you will gain a much deeper understanding of the world around you. A-Level Chemistry is a great stepping stone to future study because it will help you develop a wide set of skills much valued by universities and employers. The Chemistry A-Level covers: • Physical chemistry, for example atomic structure, equilibria, electrochemical cells. • Organic chemistry, for example organic analysis and synthesis, proteins and DNA. • Inorganic chemistry, for example reactions of ions in aqueous solutions, periodicity

Entry requirements

GCSE Chemistry: Grade 6 or grade 6-6 in Combined Science GCSE Maths: 6 GCSE English: 5 These requirements are in addition to the general entry requirements. • have at least a grade 4 in both English Language and mathematics; and • have an average GCSE grade of at least a 5 in six GCSE subjects.

How you'll be assessed

There will be two written examinations at the end of Year 12 that will assess you on a subset of the full A-Level content. At the end of Year 13, you will be assessed in all topics covered through three written examinations, each lasting two hours. Two of the examination papers will assess your knowledge and understanding and will each form 35% of your final grade. The third examination paper will consist of questions on practical technique and data analysis; it will form the remaining 30% of your A-Level grade.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressSheldon Heath Road, Sheldon, Birmingham, B26 2RZ