Chemistry – Chemistry A Level
Overview
Considered to be one of the more challenging A Levels, Chemistry is a problem solving subject. Students will study the role Chemists play in a variety of relevant and current technologies, such as the development of new medicines and materials, climate change and alternative fuels.
Students enjoy developing expertise in a wide range of experimental techniques. Practical experiments are a key feature of the course.
Course Content
Educational Experiences
Course Specific Trips & Visits
The College runs a number of educational experiences each year to enable students to contextualise their learning. In addition, the College runs a programme of visiting speakers, which includes representatives from Higher Education and Industry.
Progression
A Level Chemistry is essential for Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science at degree level. It is a preferred A Level for many other university courses, including Sports Science, Forensics, Environmental Science and any Biomedical Sciences. Employers have a great deal of respect for A Level Chemistry as it indicate’s a student’s ability to analyse information, make reasoned judgements and use their imagination.
Entry Requirements & Assessment
Students wishing to include A Levels in their programme need to have (or expect to achieve) at least five GCSE passes, with at least two at Grade 5 or above (and a satisfactory school reference) in order to be accepted on an A Level/BTEC Level 3 Programme.
In addition, students should meet the following minimum GCSE requirements:
- Grade 6 in Maths, Grade 5 in English plus Grade 6 in both Core and Additional Science or Grade 6 in Chemistry, if taken OR
- Grade 5 in Maths, Grade 5 in English plus Grade 6 and 7 in Core and Additional Science or 7 in Chemistry, if taken
Students wishing to include A Levels in their programme need to have (or expect to achieve) at least five GCSE passes, with at least two at Grade 5 or above (and a satisfactory school reference) in order to be accepted on an A Level/BTEC Level 3 Programme.
Exams are taken at the end of the second year.
What goes well with this course?
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Biology
- Psychology
- Geography
How To Apply
Applications for entry September 2022. The application form for the academic year 2022-2023 is available to complete online here.
Students should return their completed forms directly to Coulsdon College, NOT their schools. All applications will be considered according to the College's Admissions Policy. Please see the Admissions timetable for information about the College’s enrolment process.
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Fax: 01737 551 282
Email: enquiries@coulsdon.ac.uk
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