A2 Level : Chemistry

Science and Mathematics

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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

Year 12:

Module 1 – Development of practical skills in chemistry

Module 2 - Foundations in chemistry

Module 3 – Periodic table and energy

Module 4 – Core organic chemistry

Year 13:

Module 1 – Development of practical skills in chemistry (cont’d)

Module 5 – Physical chemistry and transition elements

Module 6 – Organic chemistry and analysis

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.

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English Martyrs Catholic School

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Anstey Lane , Leicester , Leicester, Leics, LE4 0FJ

Available dates

01/09/2021 to 31/08/2022
English Martyrs Catholic School
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours