Chemistry

Assessment

A-Level Chemistry is now a linear qualification and all examinations take place at the end of the course. A level Paper 1 • Inorganic chemistry, with relevant physical chemistry • Relevant practical skills • Written exam: 2 hours • 105 marks • 35% of A-Level • 105 marks: a mixture of short and long answer questions A level Paper 2 • Organic chemistry, with relevant physical chemistry • Relevant practical skills • Written exam: 2 hours • 105 marks • 35% of A-level • 105 marks: a mixture of short and long answer questions A level Paper 3 • All practical skills • All content • Written exam: 2 hours • 90 marks • 30% of A-level • 40 marks: questions on practical techniques and data analysis • 20 marks: testing across the specification • 30 marks: multiple choice questions