A2 Level : Chemistry
Science and Mathematics


What will you be working towards?
Code | A2/Chem |
Qualification Type | GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent |
Qualification Level | Level 3 |
Course type | Full Time |
Overview
Details
How will it be delivered?
AS June of Year 12
Breadth in Chemistry assesses content from all modules (50%) - 90 minute exam Depth in Chemistry assesses content from all modules (50%) – 90 minute exam
A-Level June of Year 13
Periodic table, elements and physical chemistry assesses content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 5 (37%) – 135 minute exam
Synthesis and analytical techniques assesses content from modules 1, 2, 4 and 6 (37%) - 135 minute exam
Unified Chemistry assesses content from all modules (26%) – 90 minute exam Practical endorsement that is reported separately (non exam assessment)
Exam Board: OCR
Entry requirements
5 Grade 4’s and above to include Grade 6 in GCSE Chemistry or Double Science and Grade 6 in Mathematics.
Your next steps...
You could take this course with other advanced level courses, which overlap with Chemistry such as Biology, Applied Science, Physics, Geography, Geology or more general subjects that may not relate to the sciences, to prepare for higher education. With further training, you could go into a job related to Chemistry or one of the other sciences such as a Doctor, Nurse, Scientist or Pharmacist. The course will also help you to develop the basic skills, understanding and knowledge that many employers across lots of industries are looking for. You could take this course with other advanced level courses, which overlap with Chemistry such as Biology, Applied Science, Physics, Geography, Geology, Mathematics or more general subjects that may not relate to the sciences, to prepare for higher education. With further training, you could go into a job related to Chemistry or one of the other sciences such as a Doctor, Nurse, Scientist or Pharmacist. The course will also help you to develop the basic skills, understanding and knowledge that many employers across lots of industries are looking for.