Chemistry is the scientific study of life. It encompasses the study of matter, its properties, how and why substances combine or separate to form other substances, and how substances interact with energy. Understanding basic chemistry concepts is important for almost every profession. This course aims to allow students to develop their interest in and enthusiasm for chemistry and to provide them with the qualifications needed to allow them to pursue their chosen careers. In the first year of A-level study you will study: Atomic structure, amount of substance, bonding, energetics, kinetics, chemical equilibria, and Le Chatelier’s principle. Periodicity, Group 2 the alkaline earth metals, Group 7 the halogens. Introduction to organic chemistry, alkanes, halogenoalkanes, alkenes, alcohols, organic analysis. In the second year of A-level study you will study: Thermodynamics, rate equations, equilibrium constant (Kc) for homogeneous systems, electrode potentials, and electrochemical cells. Properties of Period 3 elements and their oxides, transition metals, and reactions of ions in aqueous solution. Optical isomerism, aldehydes and ketones, carboxylic acids and derivatives, aromatic chemistry, amines, polymers, amino acids, proteins and DNA, organic synthesis. If you want to go into a career in any form of medicine including doctor or veterinarian then you will find A-level chemistry compulsory, however, there are many subjects and careers where this is the case, as well as there being many options where an A-level chemistry qualification is desirable. Possible career and course options available to you include medicine, pharmacy, veterinary science, chemistry, biochemistry, food science/nutrition, forensic science, biological/engineering careers, optical management, optometry, microbiology, natural sciences, pharmacology, software engineering, physiology, and these all require A-level chemistry as essential. Careers and courses that find chemistry desirable include food technology, nursing, physiotherapy, radiography, paramedical courses, law, and zoology.
CHEMISTRY 6 and a SECOND SCIENCE 6 COMBINED SCIENCE: 66 MATHS: 6 ENGLISH LANG: 6
At the end of two years, you will take three 2-hour written papers. A separate endorsement of practical skills will be taken alongside the A-level. This will be assessed by teachers and will be based on observing students’ competency during 12 practicals.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Sandwell |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Clarkes Lane, West Bromwich, B71 2BX |
Chemistry is the scientific study of life. It encompasses the study of matter, its properties, how and why substances combine or separate to form other substances, and how substances interact with energy. Understanding basic chemistry concepts is important for almost every profession. This course aims to allow students to develop their interest in and enthusiasm for chemistry and to provide them with the qualifications needed to allow them to pursue their chosen careers. In the first year of A-level study you will study: Atomic structure, amount of substance, bonding, energetics, kinetics, chemical equilibria, and Le Chatelier’s principle. Periodicity, Group 2 the alkaline earth metals, Group 7 the halogens. Introduction to organic chemistry, alkanes, halogenoalkanes, alkenes, alcohols, organic analysis. In the second year of A-level study you will study: Thermodynamics, rate equations, equilibrium constant (Kc) for homogeneous systems, electrode potentials, and electrochemical cells. Properties of Period 3 elements and their oxides, transition metals, and reactions of ions in aqueous solution. Optical isomerism, aldehydes and ketones, carboxylic acids and derivatives, aromatic chemistry, amines, polymers, amino acids, proteins and DNA, organic synthesis. If you want to go into a career in any form of medicine including doctor or veterinarian then you will find A-level chemistry compulsory, however, there are many subjects and careers where this is the case, as well as there being many options where an A-level chemistry qualification is desirable. Possible career and course options available to you include medicine, pharmacy, veterinary science, chemistry, biochemistry, food science/nutrition, forensic science, biological/engineering careers, optical management, optometry, microbiology, natural sciences, pharmacology, software engineering, physiology, and these all require A-level chemistry as essential. Careers and courses that find chemistry desirable include food technology, nursing, physiotherapy, radiography, paramedical courses, law, and zoology.
CHEMISTRY 6 and a SECOND SCIENCE 6 COMBINED SCIENCE: 66 MATHS: 6 ENGLISH LANG: 6
At the end of two years, you will take three 2-hour written papers. A separate endorsement of practical skills will be taken alongside the A-level. This will be assessed by teachers and will be based on observing students’ competency during 12 practicals.