Chemistry is the central science and impacts on all facets of our lives. An understanding of Chemistry is necessary to all other sciences from astronomy to zoology. All of the materials used by engineers and technologists are made by chemical reactions and we all experience chemical reactions continuously, whether it be breathing or baking a cake, driving a car or listening to a battery driven MP3 player. Chemistry is concerned with all aspects of molecules, their physical and chemical properties, their composition and structure, their synthesis and use in the 21st century. Although Chemistry is not an easy option, the correct approach to study can make it an extremely rewarding and enjoyable subject. At A Level, you will build on the knowledge, understanding and skills developed at GCSE. Having a secure grasp of these skills and the concepts you have already learnt will give you a flying start to Year 12. You will need to be rigorous in your approach to Chemistry - mastering the facts will give you the tools necessary to make links between topics and apply your knowledge to new situations. As part of this course, you will study aspects of Chemistry that are often in the media and affect our lives such as climate change, green Chemistry and pharmaceuticals. The course is structured so that you understand the underlying Chemistry and can evaluate these contemporary issues in an informed and meaningful way. This will give you a better appreciation of how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society.