Courses
GCSE Chemistry
All pupils study Chemistry as part of the Core Sciences course and can choose to study a separate Chemistry GCSE. Our staff maintain an exciting environment in which pupils can immerse themselves in this fascinating subject.
Pupils sit external examinations for Core Science during the 4th Year. The remaining examinations take place at the end of the 5th Year.
A pupil-centred practical approach is at the heart of all courses. Pupils must undertake investigative and practical skills assessments and assignments. This accounts for 25% of each final GCSE grade.
Courses at A/AS-level
Entry requirements
Pupils wishing to study Chemistry at AS or A2 will need at least a GCSE grade B in Chemistry or Additional Science. They will also require a GCSE grade B or better in Mathematics.
Course content
Accredited by the AQA, A-level Chemistry is designed to be engaging, exciting and thought-provoking.
AS-level
From collision theory to the composition of particles and extraction of metals, the course provides pupils with a truly thorough and illuminating journey through Chemistry. The course culminates in two written examination papers and one course based assessment focussing on two core units.
• Foundation Chemistry
• Chemistry in Action:
• Investigative and Practical Skills – Internal Assessment:
A2 level Chemistry
Building on the learning of the AS-level, A2 takes pupils deeper into the subject by covering three additional units:
• Kinetics, Equilibria and Organic Chemistry:
• Energetics, Redox and Inorganic Chemistry:
• Investigative and Practical Skills – Internal Assessment
The course involves two written papers and course based assessment.
