Chemistry is about the study of elements and their compounds, together with factors that affect their reactions. In year 1 you will study 3 units, one looking at physical chemistry, one at inorganic chemistry and finally, one on organic chemistry. In year 2 the course has an identical structure but in each of the three areas you will study new chemical ideas and extend and apply those learnt in year 1.
• For A Levels there is a minimum general entry requirement of 3 GCSE subjects at Grade 6 and 2 subjects at Grade 5. For each subject offered, a minimum of a Grade 5 in English Language or English Literature is required unless the subject specific requirements state otherwise. Please note, if you wish to study 4 A Level courses, Grade 7 is required in all GCSEs studied. (Further Mathematics requires a Grade 8). • For this subject, for Separate Science a Grade 7 in Chemistry is required, for Double Award Science students, Grades 77 are required. A minimum Grade 6 is required in Maths. • Students at Northampton School for Boys will have studied AQA GCSE Science either as separate sciences or as double award. This is a good general grounding in all the Sciences.
Throughout each of the modules you will sit a range of key assignments that will inform you of your understanding of recent work covered. At the end of each module you will then sit a test checking your overall understanding. Termly assessments are supplemented by internal examinations. The Public Examinations at the end of Year 13 consist of 6 hours of exams spread across 3 papers. There is no coursework for the A level. All understanding of practical work is assessed in the written papers. Your ability to carry out a range of practical skills is monitored in class by your teachers and reported to the exam board as achieved or not achieved. This is called the practical endorsement; it is expected that all students will achieve this unless there are exceptional circumstances.
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| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| Address | Billing Road, Northampton, NN1 5RT |
Chemistry is about the study of elements and their compounds, together with factors that affect their reactions. In year 1 you will study 3 units, one looking at physical chemistry, one at inorganic chemistry and finally, one on organic chemistry. In year 2 the course has an identical structure but in each of the three areas you will study new chemical ideas and extend and apply those learnt in year 1.
• For A Levels there is a minimum general entry requirement of 3 GCSE subjects at Grade 6 and 2 subjects at Grade 5. For each subject offered, a minimum of a Grade 5 in English Language or English Literature is required unless the subject specific requirements state otherwise. Please note, if you wish to study 4 A Level courses, Grade 7 is required in all GCSEs studied. (Further Mathematics requires a Grade 8). • For this subject, for Separate Science a Grade 7 in Chemistry is required, for Double Award Science students, Grades 77 are required. A minimum Grade 6 is required in Maths. • Students at Northampton School for Boys will have studied AQA GCSE Science either as separate sciences or as double award. This is a good general grounding in all the Sciences.
Throughout each of the modules you will sit a range of key assignments that will inform you of your understanding of recent work covered. At the end of each module you will then sit a test checking your overall understanding. Termly assessments are supplemented by internal examinations. The Public Examinations at the end of Year 13 consist of 6 hours of exams spread across 3 papers. There is no coursework for the A level. All understanding of practical work is assessed in the written papers. Your ability to carry out a range of practical skills is monitored in class by your teachers and reported to the exam board as achieved or not achieved. This is called the practical endorsement; it is expected that all students will achieve this unless there are exceptional circumstances.