Chemistry is the study of matter and how it interacts; for example, how atoms form chemical bonds to each other or how complex molecules such as drugs are produced. It is a key route to many careers such as Medicine, Veterinary Science, Pharmacy and Dentistry. Other popular career paths that need chemistry are the environmental sciences, biochemistry, forensic science, analytical sciences, nursing, chemical engineering and of course chemistry itself.
A grade 7 at GCSE in Chemistry or Combined Science is recommended to succeed at A level along with a good level of mathematical skill (the requirement for mathematical application makes up 20% of the course).
Final assessment comes at the end of the course in the form of three written examinations. Paper 1: Periodic table, elements and physical chemistry (01) (100 marks) (2 hrs 15 mins, 37% of total marks) Paper 2: Synthesis and analytical techniques (02) 100 marks (2 hrs 15 mins, 37% of total marks) Paper 3: Unified chemistry (03) 70 marks (1 hr 30 mins, 26% of total marks) Practical endorsement in chemistry (04) non-exam assessment – reported separately
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| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £16,800 - £22,119; Boarding £33,720 - £36,966 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Denstone, Uttoxeter, ST14 5HN |
Chemistry is the study of matter and how it interacts; for example, how atoms form chemical bonds to each other or how complex molecules such as drugs are produced. It is a key route to many careers such as Medicine, Veterinary Science, Pharmacy and Dentistry. Other popular career paths that need chemistry are the environmental sciences, biochemistry, forensic science, analytical sciences, nursing, chemical engineering and of course chemistry itself.
A grade 7 at GCSE in Chemistry or Combined Science is recommended to succeed at A level along with a good level of mathematical skill (the requirement for mathematical application makes up 20% of the course).
Final assessment comes at the end of the course in the form of three written examinations. Paper 1: Periodic table, elements and physical chemistry (01) (100 marks) (2 hrs 15 mins, 37% of total marks) Paper 2: Synthesis and analytical techniques (02) 100 marks (2 hrs 15 mins, 37% of total marks) Paper 3: Unified chemistry (03) 70 marks (1 hr 30 mins, 26% of total marks) Practical endorsement in chemistry (04) non-exam assessment – reported separately