Chemistry

Assessment

This course is split into two distinct areas; a theory component assessed via written papers and a practical skills assessment. The grades for the two areas are independent of one another and are reported separately. This traditionally demanding course creates a firm foundation for any academic chemist, medic or anyone wishing to study at university. Each of the topics covered allows for a greater in depth look at the stories behind the science whilst providing complete coverage of the academic syllabus. Year 1 Topics: - Foundation Chemistry covering Organic, Inorganic and Physical Chemistry - Practical Skills Year 2 Topics: - Kinetics and Equilibrium - Advanced Organics - Energetics, Redox and Advanced Inorganic Chemistry - Chemistry - Practical Skills in Chemistry The reforms to A Levels means that the Chemistry course now has a greater emphasis on mathematical skills. These will delivered alongside and as part of the theory. The department follows OCR Specification A. More details can be found at : http://www.ocr.org.uk/Images/171720-specification-accredited-a-level-gce-chemistry-a-h432.pdf A Level Chemistry consists of three written examinations. Two of the papers are 2hours 15 minutes in length and are each worth 37% of the total marks, and the other paper is 90 minutes in length and is worth 26% of the total marks. All three exams are sat in the summer of Year 2.