Chemistry underpins our everyday existence. It is responsible for advances in the quality and comfort of our lives and is central to our understanding of the natural world. Everyday items we take for granted such as washing powders, cosmetics, perfumes, toothpaste and toiletries were developed with the help of chemists. Exciting products such as new fabrics for sportswear, laptops and state-of-the-art mobile phones are equally dependent on chemistry. Many of the challenges facing today’s society will be overcome with the help of chemical scientists. Their work will be central to the development of new sustainable energy resources and new medicines to treat and cure diseases. Chemistry is an exciting, challenging subject with the potential for significant personal and financial rewards. PRACTICAL ENDORSEMENT: The development of practical skills is continuously assessed and reported to the Exam Board at the end of the course. The required “Practical Endorsement” involves completing a total of 12 specified practical activities over the two years of the course.
The A Level specification consists of three units: UNIT 1: Inorganic and Physical Chemistry This unit shares the material covered in the AS course but adds transition element chemistry in the broad sense as well as the aqueous chemistry of transition element ions. The unit is assessed by a 2-hour written exam making up 35 % of the A Level marks. UNIT 2: Organic and Physical Chemistry This unit shares the material covered in the AS course but adds the chemistry of carbonyl compounds, carboxylic acids, derivatives and aromatic chemistry. There is also a new module on biological molecules and aspects of medicinal chemistry. The unit is assessed by a 2-hour written exam making up 35 % of the A Level marks. UNIT 3: Synoptic Element and Practical Skills This component is a synoptic assessment covering the entire course. Pupils’ knowledge and understanding of practical chemistry are examined in this component. There is no longer a practical exam although pupils are expected to build and maintain a portfolio of practical investi gati ons. The unit is assessed by a 2-hour written exam making up 30 % of the A Level marks.
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| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
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| Gender Type | Girls |
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| Boarding Fee | £36,390 £ £46,770 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £19,410 |
| Address | Westbury Road, Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol, BS9 3BA |
Chemistry underpins our everyday existence. It is responsible for advances in the quality and comfort of our lives and is central to our understanding of the natural world. Everyday items we take for granted such as washing powders, cosmetics, perfumes, toothpaste and toiletries were developed with the help of chemists. Exciting products such as new fabrics for sportswear, laptops and state-of-the-art mobile phones are equally dependent on chemistry. Many of the challenges facing today’s society will be overcome with the help of chemical scientists. Their work will be central to the development of new sustainable energy resources and new medicines to treat and cure diseases. Chemistry is an exciting, challenging subject with the potential for significant personal and financial rewards. PRACTICAL ENDORSEMENT: The development of practical skills is continuously assessed and reported to the Exam Board at the end of the course. The required “Practical Endorsement” involves completing a total of 12 specified practical activities over the two years of the course.
The A Level specification consists of three units: UNIT 1: Inorganic and Physical Chemistry This unit shares the material covered in the AS course but adds transition element chemistry in the broad sense as well as the aqueous chemistry of transition element ions. The unit is assessed by a 2-hour written exam making up 35 % of the A Level marks. UNIT 2: Organic and Physical Chemistry This unit shares the material covered in the AS course but adds the chemistry of carbonyl compounds, carboxylic acids, derivatives and aromatic chemistry. There is also a new module on biological molecules and aspects of medicinal chemistry. The unit is assessed by a 2-hour written exam making up 35 % of the A Level marks. UNIT 3: Synoptic Element and Practical Skills This component is a synoptic assessment covering the entire course. Pupils’ knowledge and understanding of practical chemistry are examined in this component. There is no longer a practical exam although pupils are expected to build and maintain a portfolio of practical investi gati ons. The unit is assessed by a 2-hour written exam making up 30 % of the A Level marks.