Why study Chemistry AS/A2?
Study of Chemistry provides a sound basis for both science and non-science based degree courses, and a good grade in Chemistry A Level is a requirement of many science degree courses including medicine, dentistry and veterinary science. The course is, in itself, a fascinating exploration of how the building blocks of life are created and connected.
What will I study?
AS Units
Unit 1 – CHEM 1 Foundation Chemistry
33 % of the total AS marks
17 % of the total A Level marks
Unit 2 – CHEM 2 Chemistry in Action
47 % of the total AS marks
23 % of the total A Level marks
Unit 3 – CHM3X Investigative and practical skills in AS Chemistry
20 % of the total AS marks
10% of the total A Level marks
A2 Units
Unit 4 – CHEM 4 Kinetics, Equilibria and Organic Chemistry
20 % of the total A Level marks
Unit 5 – CHEM 5 Energetics, Redox and Inorganic Chemistry
20 % of the total A Level marks
Unit 6 – CHM6X Investigative and practical skills in A2 Chemistry
10 % of the total A Level marks
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How will I study?
The lessons will be a mixture of teacher-led activities, practical experimental work and student presentations. At times you will be expected to work in a group and at other times individually. There is an examination in January called CHEM1 (33%), an exam in June called CHEM2 (47%) and an externally marked practical assessment EMPA (20%).
What do I need to start the course?
If you studied GCSE Triple Science:
- At least grade A in Chemistry.
- At least grade B in 5 other GCSE subjects including Maths & English language
If you studied GCSE Core Science & Additional Science (double science)
- At least grade A in Additional Science and grade A in Core Science
- At least grade B in 5 other GCSE subjects including Maths & English language
