The A Level Chemistry course seeks to inspire students and nurture their passion in the subject. Practical work is at the very heart of the Sixth Form Chemistry syllabus, with every student having the opportunity to complete over 50 laboratory tasks over two years, including the synthesis of aspirin and the measurement of the iron content in ferrous sulphate tablets for people with anaemia. The A Level specification has been designed by AQA, in conjunction with teachers, universities and other professional organisations, to enable students to develop key transferable skills such as analysis and problem solving, time management and organisation, written and oral communication, data and record maintenance, teamwork and IT competency.
The A Level Chemistry course has been developed with GCSE in mind to ensure smooth progression between qualifications, with continuity of content and question type. Students will need at least a grade 7 in GCSE Chemistry (Separate Award) or grade 7/8 in the Combined Science Award. Students must also be able to demonstrate a competence in skills such as data handling, algebra and graph construction, with at least 20% of the marks at A Level coming from mathematical type questions. It is entirely possible to take Chemistry as a stand-alone science subject, although the majority of students opt to study it alongside either Biology or Physics. Essentially, we are looking for students who are inquisitive, prepared to engage in scientific discussion and willing to challenge their understanding of chemical concepts and ideas.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £34,440 - £44,550 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £30,450 |
| Address | Lancing, BN15 0RW |
The A Level Chemistry course seeks to inspire students and nurture their passion in the subject. Practical work is at the very heart of the Sixth Form Chemistry syllabus, with every student having the opportunity to complete over 50 laboratory tasks over two years, including the synthesis of aspirin and the measurement of the iron content in ferrous sulphate tablets for people with anaemia. The A Level specification has been designed by AQA, in conjunction with teachers, universities and other professional organisations, to enable students to develop key transferable skills such as analysis and problem solving, time management and organisation, written and oral communication, data and record maintenance, teamwork and IT competency.
The A Level Chemistry course has been developed with GCSE in mind to ensure smooth progression between qualifications, with continuity of content and question type. Students will need at least a grade 7 in GCSE Chemistry (Separate Award) or grade 7/8 in the Combined Science Award. Students must also be able to demonstrate a competence in skills such as data handling, algebra and graph construction, with at least 20% of the marks at A Level coming from mathematical type questions. It is entirely possible to take Chemistry as a stand-alone science subject, although the majority of students opt to study it alongside either Biology or Physics. Essentially, we are looking for students who are inquisitive, prepared to engage in scientific discussion and willing to challenge their understanding of chemical concepts and ideas.