The Chemistry A Level is studied over two years with exams held at the end of the course. Through studying chemistry you will gain a greater understanding of the world around you. You will: • Develop essential knowledge and understanding of the concepts of chemistry and the skills needed for the use of these in new and changing situations. • Develop an understanding of the link between theory and experiment. • Appreciate the contributions of chemistry to society and the responsible use of scientific knowledge and evidence. • Develop intellectual and practical skills that will be of value in your future life and the study of chemistry. • Develop the ability to study both independently and cooperatively. • Become aware of the nature of scientific and technological endeavors and of the various contexts in which the work of chemists is important to society.
Five 9 to 4 grades including a 4 or better in English Language (a Level 2 pass or above in BTEC/OCR courses counts as 1 GCSE). Min Aps 6 Maths 6 6 in all sciences taken.
Paper 1: Fundamentals of Chemistry Written exam, 2 hours 15 minutes (41% of the qualification) Paper 2: Scientific Literacy in Chemistry Written exam, 2 hours 15 minutes (37% of the qualification) Paper 3: Practical skills in chemistry Written exam, 1 hour 30 minutes (22% of the qualification)
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| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Whetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, NE46 3JB |
The Chemistry A Level is studied over two years with exams held at the end of the course. Through studying chemistry you will gain a greater understanding of the world around you. You will: • Develop essential knowledge and understanding of the concepts of chemistry and the skills needed for the use of these in new and changing situations. • Develop an understanding of the link between theory and experiment. • Appreciate the contributions of chemistry to society and the responsible use of scientific knowledge and evidence. • Develop intellectual and practical skills that will be of value in your future life and the study of chemistry. • Develop the ability to study both independently and cooperatively. • Become aware of the nature of scientific and technological endeavors and of the various contexts in which the work of chemists is important to society.
Five 9 to 4 grades including a 4 or better in English Language (a Level 2 pass or above in BTEC/OCR courses counts as 1 GCSE). Min Aps 6 Maths 6 6 in all sciences taken.
Paper 1: Fundamentals of Chemistry Written exam, 2 hours 15 minutes (41% of the qualification) Paper 2: Scientific Literacy in Chemistry Written exam, 2 hours 15 minutes (37% of the qualification) Paper 3: Practical skills in chemistry Written exam, 1 hour 30 minutes (22% of the qualification)