Have you ever wondered why the sky is blue? Well, A-level chemistry will lead you to the answer! Chemistry is all around us and is fundamental to all we do. It will make you think, question and at times challenge you, but then we love a challenge at NOA! A Level of Chemistry is essential for certain career paths (such as forensic and veterinary science, medicine, nursing, physiotherapy, and dentistry) but is also a valuable support subject for students studying Biology and can provide support for aspects of Physics and Geography. Course Breakdown Year 1 (4 units taught across year 12) Module 1 – Development of practical skills in chemistry Module 2 – Foundations in Chemistry Module 3 – Periodic table and energy Module 4 – Core organic chemistry Year 2 (2 units taught across year 13 after successful completion of year 12) Module 5 – Physical chemistry and transition elements Module 6 – Organic chemistry and analysis Enrichment Opportunities ✓ Lots of opportunities to work as part of groups to plan and investigate challenging problems ✓ Students can develop thinking skills to solve current science issues ✓ Potential trips to chemical industry settings and universities Students who study Chemistry A level also tend to study at least another science which allows them to progress into STEM fields. Those looking to study Medicine would need to study Chemistry and Biology, for example. Students who wish to move into engineering could combine Chemistry with Physics. Chemistry is a valued A Level which opens many windows of opportunity across a range of STEM courses at university, but also apprenticeships.