Chemistry
Claires Court Schools - Windsor and Maidenhead
01628327700
1 College Avenue, Maidenhead, SL6 6AW
Course summary

Modules Studied in Year 12: Module one: Development of practical skills in chemistry Module two: Foundations in chemistry Module three: Periodic table and energy Module four: Core organic chemistry and analysis Modules Studied in Year 13: Module one: Development of practical skills in chemistry Module five: Physical chemistry and transition elements Module six: Organic chemistry and analysis. Modules one to six will be examined in three exam papers to be taken at the end of the course.

Entry requirements

To achieve the maximum potential for the course, you should have achieved at least a Grade 7 at GCSE Chemistry or a Grade 7-7 in Combined Science. As there is a mathematical element to the course we strongly recommend that you have a Grade 6 or higher in GCSE Mathematics.

How you'll be assessed

A combination of assessment techniques will be used. Students will be required to take three formal written papers at the end of the A Level course. These will include mathematical problem solving questions and descriptive questions and will comprise of a mixture of multiple choice, structured questions and extended response questions, covering theory and knowledge of practical techniques.

School Info

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RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityWindsor and Maidenhead
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Address1 College Avenue, Maidenhead, SL6 6AW