Chemists have greatly improved the quality of life for the majority of people. The A Level course is underpinned by the practical skills that we call ‘How Science Works’. You also find out how chemists are real innovators, designing solutions to the problems that affect modern life. The course is designed to encourage students to develop enthusiasm for chemistry, learn practical skills alongside an understanding of concepts and principles and build a solid foundation of knowledge and skills for studying chemistry in Higher Education. The course is delivered in laboratories where a range of practical activities take place and is taught by two subject specialist teachers.
5 A* - C GCSE or Equivalent including English and Maths, or continuing study of GCSE English and Maths in addition to other courses if not achieved. This course has additional requirements: A GCSE at grade B or greater in Chemistry and another in either Biology or Physics. A grade B or greater in both Core and Additional Science would be considered.
Paper 1: - Relevant physical chemistry topics (sections 3.1.1 to 3.1.4, 3.1.6 to 3.1.8 and 3.1.10 to 3.1.12) - Inorganic chemistry (section 3.2) - Relevant practical skills Written exam: 2 hours 105 marks 35% of A-level Questions 105 marks of short and long answer questions Paper 2: - Relevant physical chemistry topics (sections 3.1.2 to 3.1.6 and 3.1.9) - Organic chemistry (section 3.3) - Relevant practical skills Written exam: 2 hours 105 marks 35% of A-level Questions 105 marks of short and long answer questions Paper 3: - Any content - Any practical skills Written exam: 2 hours 90 marks 30% of A-level Questions 40 marks of questions on practical techniques and data analysis 20 marks of questions testing across the specification 30 marks of multiple choice questions
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Jeremy Road, Goldthorn Park, Wolverhampton, WV4 5DG |
Chemists have greatly improved the quality of life for the majority of people. The A Level course is underpinned by the practical skills that we call ‘How Science Works’. You also find out how chemists are real innovators, designing solutions to the problems that affect modern life. The course is designed to encourage students to develop enthusiasm for chemistry, learn practical skills alongside an understanding of concepts and principles and build a solid foundation of knowledge and skills for studying chemistry in Higher Education. The course is delivered in laboratories where a range of practical activities take place and is taught by two subject specialist teachers.
5 A* - C GCSE or Equivalent including English and Maths, or continuing study of GCSE English and Maths in addition to other courses if not achieved. This course has additional requirements: A GCSE at grade B or greater in Chemistry and another in either Biology or Physics. A grade B or greater in both Core and Additional Science would be considered.
Paper 1: - Relevant physical chemistry topics (sections 3.1.1 to 3.1.4, 3.1.6 to 3.1.8 and 3.1.10 to 3.1.12) - Inorganic chemistry (section 3.2) - Relevant practical skills Written exam: 2 hours 105 marks 35% of A-level Questions 105 marks of short and long answer questions Paper 2: - Relevant physical chemistry topics (sections 3.1.2 to 3.1.6 and 3.1.9) - Organic chemistry (section 3.3) - Relevant practical skills Written exam: 2 hours 105 marks 35% of A-level Questions 105 marks of short and long answer questions Paper 3: - Any content - Any practical skills Written exam: 2 hours 90 marks 30% of A-level Questions 40 marks of questions on practical techniques and data analysis 20 marks of questions testing across the specification 30 marks of multiple choice questions