Chemistry is one of the most challenging subjects that you can study at A level. To succeed you need to have a highly inquisitive mind, strong mathematical skills, a powerful imagination and a logical approach to problem solving. In return, you will gain training in a discipline at the forefront of modern technology and you'll leave with a qualification in one of the subjects most sought after by employers and by universities. Chemistry is considered essential for medical courses and it is considered as an advantage for a great many more courses.
A minimum of 5 GCSE passes at grade 5 and above and at least a grade 6 in GCSE Chemistry or in combined Science. You will normally need a grade 6 in Mathematics, due to the relatively high mathematical content.
Examination arrangements and weightings: Paper 1 written exam: 2 hours: 37 %. Paper 2 written exam: 2 hours: 37%. Paper 3 written exam: 1 hour: 26% During the course, you will complete a number of experiments, which will contribute towards a practical endorsement recognised by universities, in ddition to your final A Level grade. Students may sit a stand-alone AS level at the end of Year 12, by sitting: Paper 1 written exam: 1 hour: 50%. Paper 2 written exam: 1 hour: 50%
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| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Gore Road, New Milton, BH25 6RS |
Chemistry is one of the most challenging subjects that you can study at A level. To succeed you need to have a highly inquisitive mind, strong mathematical skills, a powerful imagination and a logical approach to problem solving. In return, you will gain training in a discipline at the forefront of modern technology and you'll leave with a qualification in one of the subjects most sought after by employers and by universities. Chemistry is considered essential for medical courses and it is considered as an advantage for a great many more courses.
A minimum of 5 GCSE passes at grade 5 and above and at least a grade 6 in GCSE Chemistry or in combined Science. You will normally need a grade 6 in Mathematics, due to the relatively high mathematical content.
Examination arrangements and weightings: Paper 1 written exam: 2 hours: 37 %. Paper 2 written exam: 2 hours: 37%. Paper 3 written exam: 1 hour: 26% During the course, you will complete a number of experiments, which will contribute towards a practical endorsement recognised by universities, in ddition to your final A Level grade. Students may sit a stand-alone AS level at the end of Year 12, by sitting: Paper 1 written exam: 1 hour: 50%. Paper 2 written exam: 1 hour: 50%