Students will undertake practical work to illustrate the underlying ideas throughout the course. The course will be taught by two specialists in their field of chemistry. Lessons require active participation from students to get the most out of the course. Homework will be set to consolidate the learning in lessons and inform teachers of student understanding. End of topic tests will be used to assess understanding and exam technique. You will need to enjoy learning new ideas and be prepared to persevere if you find something difficult. You should be well organised and able to work to a tight time schedule in experiments. You should not be afraid of basic calculations. You do not need to have studied separate sciences at GCSE.
Assessment is based on three papers that each contain some synoptic assessment, some extended response questions and some stretch and challenge questions. Paper 1 – Periodic table, elements and physical chemistry (37% of total A-level) • 100 marks • Assesses content from teaching modules 1, 2, 3 and 5. • Section A contains 15 multiple choice questions. • Section B includes short answer question styles (structured questions, problem solving, calculations, practical) and extended response questions. This section is worth 85 marks. Paper 2 – Synthesis and analytical techniques (37% of total A-level) • 100 marks • Assesses content from teaching modules 1, 2, 4 and 6. • Section A contains 15 multiple choice questions. • Section B includes short answer question styles (structured questions, problem solving, calculations, practical) and extended response questions. This section is worth 85 marks. Paper 3 – Unified chemistry (26% of total A-level) • 70 marks • Assesses content from teaching modules 1 to 6. • Question styles include short answer (structured questions, problem solving, calculations, practical) and extended response questions. The practical endorsement is a non-exam assessment that takes place throughout the two years.
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| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Northcourt Road, Abingdon, OX14 1NP |
Students will undertake practical work to illustrate the underlying ideas throughout the course. The course will be taught by two specialists in their field of chemistry. Lessons require active participation from students to get the most out of the course. Homework will be set to consolidate the learning in lessons and inform teachers of student understanding. End of topic tests will be used to assess understanding and exam technique. You will need to enjoy learning new ideas and be prepared to persevere if you find something difficult. You should be well organised and able to work to a tight time schedule in experiments. You should not be afraid of basic calculations. You do not need to have studied separate sciences at GCSE.
Assessment is based on three papers that each contain some synoptic assessment, some extended response questions and some stretch and challenge questions. Paper 1 – Periodic table, elements and physical chemistry (37% of total A-level) • 100 marks • Assesses content from teaching modules 1, 2, 3 and 5. • Section A contains 15 multiple choice questions. • Section B includes short answer question styles (structured questions, problem solving, calculations, practical) and extended response questions. This section is worth 85 marks. Paper 2 – Synthesis and analytical techniques (37% of total A-level) • 100 marks • Assesses content from teaching modules 1, 2, 4 and 6. • Section A contains 15 multiple choice questions. • Section B includes short answer question styles (structured questions, problem solving, calculations, practical) and extended response questions. This section is worth 85 marks. Paper 3 – Unified chemistry (26% of total A-level) • 70 marks • Assesses content from teaching modules 1 to 6. • Question styles include short answer (structured questions, problem solving, calculations, practical) and extended response questions. The practical endorsement is a non-exam assessment that takes place throughout the two years.