Chemistry
King's High School - Warwickshire
01926494485
Banbury Road, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV34 6YE
Course summary

There is an aspect of Chemistry in everything we do: from launching a space shuttle to growing and cooking food, to cleaning our homes and bodies, or even keeping fit. Chemistry is the study of matter: allowing us to understand the properties and behaviour of chemical substances, how they interact with each other and the associated energy changes. A Level Chemistry is split into the traditional three branches of Chemistry namely Physical, Inorganic and Organic. The Biochemistry unit provides a good link to A Level Biology.

Entry requirements

GCSE Grade 7 in Chemistry and 7 in Maths also required

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 • Inorganic Chemistry Section 3.2 Relevant practical skills • Written examination: Two hours, 105 marks • 35% of A Level • Questions: Short and long answer questions Paper 2 • Written examination: Two hours, 105 marks • 35% of A Level • Questions: Short and long answer questions Paper 3 • Written examination: Two hours, 90 marks • 30% of A Level • Questions: 40 marks from questions on practical techniques and data analysis, 20 marks from question testing across the specification, 30 marks from multiple choice questions There is no coursework or controlled assessment at A Level. Practical questions will, however, be present on A Level papers. These will test your understanding of experimental design, practical skills and techniques, and analysis and evaluation of experimental data as per the IGCSE courses you are currently studying. A separate endorsement of practical skills will be offered alongside the A Level qualification. You will be required to carry out twelve required practical activities set by the examination board and your skills and competencies will be monitored by your teachers. In addition to your overall grade, you will be given a 'pass' or 'fail'.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWarwickshire
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeGirls
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Boarding Fee£32,751 - £39,942
Sixth Form Fee£16,620
AddressBanbury Road, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV34 6YE