A-Level Chemistry

Course summary

Chemistry helps us to understand the world in which we live and underpins a wide range of science-based degree courses and careers. The course is designed to be stimulating, enjoyable and challenging. We will inspire you to develop a passion for the subject and understand its practical relevance to the world we live in. The course is split into three different sections: organic, physical and inorganic, and there are now 12 required practicals that you must complete and can be assessed on. In all of these topics, you will need to learn facts and build a body of knowledge but also understand and apply the ideas. Many topics include calculations and so you should feel comfortable rearranging equations and using numbers. Importantly, Chemistry is a hands-on science and you will carry out experiments on a regular basis. This is to consolidate your theory work, but also provide you with the opportunity to use new apparatus and build your skills and confidence to complete safe and accurate practical work.