Why study this course? Just pick up a can of soft drink and you’ll find chemistry everywhere, from the metal can you’re holding, to the paint used to cover it and the liquid inside. Just breathe in and out and you’re performing a chemical reaction. Studying Chemistry will help you gain a better understanding of the world around you. It is sometimes known as the “central science” because it helps to connect physical sciences, like Maths and Physics, with applied sciences, like Biology, Medicine and Engineering. Chemistry helps you to develop research, problem solving and analytical skills. It helps you challenge ideas and show how you worked things out through logic and step-by-step reasoning. Chemistry often requires teamwork and communication skills, which is great for whatever career you decide on. What will you study? You will begin with the basics of Chemistry, focusing on the two key areas of calculations involving the amounts of substances, and structure and bonding. The course branches out to cover four more main modules focused on the periodic table and energy; core organic chemistry; physical chemistry and transition elements and chemical analysis. Throughout the course, practical science is a requirement, and as well as completing a core set of practical tasks, you will also study the scientific method and its role in tackling scientific problems. Future Pathways A Chemistry qualification at A Level provides the necessary skills to follow any science-related degree course or profession. In most cases, Chemistry is an essential subject for medicine, dentistry, veterinary science and some biological sciences. It is also accepted for non-science careers such as accountancy and law.