WHY SHOULD I STUDY A LEVEL CHEMISTRY? This is a course that will challenge you and help you to understand the world around you. COMBINING CHEMISTRY WITH OTHER SUBJECT AREAS: Chemistry works particularly well in combination with biology, physics/ mathematics (20% of questions are calculations!). As part of any program of study, it will certainly improve your skills in numeracy, practical work, and logical thinking. Many Chemistry students will also take the opportunity to join the “Medics” program in pursuit of careers in medicine and related fields and to pursue a related Extended Project qualification in a topic linked to their intended career in their second year of study. There is also an opportunity to take part in activities such as the Cambridge University Chemistry Challenge and the Olympiad. COURSE CONTENT The first year of the course consists of five topics: • Elements of life: Atomic structure, bonding, and calculations. • Developing fuels: Energetics and organic. • Elements from the Sea: Redox and halogens. • The Ozone story: Radicals and CFCs. • What’s in a medicine? Organic and spectroscopy YEAR 2 A-LEVEL TOPICS: • The Chemical Industry: Equilibrium and kinetics. • Polymers and Life: Polyester and biological chemistry. • The Oceans: Solubility and pH calculations. • Developing metals: transition metals and electrochemical cells. • Colour by Design: aromatic compounds, dyes, and organic synthesis.
At least 5 GCSE subjects at grade 4 - 9. Grade 6 GCSE Mathematics AND Grade 6 Both 1st and 2nd grade GCSE Combined Science OR if triple science is taken Grade 6 GCSE Chemistry (also with a 6 in either GCSE Biology or Physics).
At the end of year one there will be a written assessment consisting of multiple choice questions and a mix of short answer and extended response questions. FINAL ASSESSMENT AT THE END OF YEAR 2 The A Level is entirely based on three written examination papers taken at the end of the second year and is based on both years’ work.
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| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | North Hill, Colchester, CO1 1SN |
WHY SHOULD I STUDY A LEVEL CHEMISTRY? This is a course that will challenge you and help you to understand the world around you. COMBINING CHEMISTRY WITH OTHER SUBJECT AREAS: Chemistry works particularly well in combination with biology, physics/ mathematics (20% of questions are calculations!). As part of any program of study, it will certainly improve your skills in numeracy, practical work, and logical thinking. Many Chemistry students will also take the opportunity to join the “Medics” program in pursuit of careers in medicine and related fields and to pursue a related Extended Project qualification in a topic linked to their intended career in their second year of study. There is also an opportunity to take part in activities such as the Cambridge University Chemistry Challenge and the Olympiad. COURSE CONTENT The first year of the course consists of five topics: • Elements of life: Atomic structure, bonding, and calculations. • Developing fuels: Energetics and organic. • Elements from the Sea: Redox and halogens. • The Ozone story: Radicals and CFCs. • What’s in a medicine? Organic and spectroscopy YEAR 2 A-LEVEL TOPICS: • The Chemical Industry: Equilibrium and kinetics. • Polymers and Life: Polyester and biological chemistry. • The Oceans: Solubility and pH calculations. • Developing metals: transition metals and electrochemical cells. • Colour by Design: aromatic compounds, dyes, and organic synthesis.
At least 5 GCSE subjects at grade 4 - 9. Grade 6 GCSE Mathematics AND Grade 6 Both 1st and 2nd grade GCSE Combined Science OR if triple science is taken Grade 6 GCSE Chemistry (also with a 6 in either GCSE Biology or Physics).
At the end of year one there will be a written assessment consisting of multiple choice questions and a mix of short answer and extended response questions. FINAL ASSESSMENT AT THE END OF YEAR 2 The A Level is entirely based on three written examination papers taken at the end of the second year and is based on both years’ work.