Specification/Exam Board: CCEA
Criteria for Entry:
Grade B or above in one of the following subjects (including Grade B in Yr 12 Chemistry Module):
- GCSE Chemistry
- GCSE Additional Science
- GCSE Double Award Science
- GCSE Triple Award Science
The aims of the course are to encourage students to:
- Develop their interest in and enthusiasm for chemistry;
- Develop their interest in the further study of chemistry and the careers associated with courses related to the subject;
- Draw together different areas of knowledge, skills and understanding;
- Develop essential knowledge and understanding of the different areas of the subject and how they relate to teach other;
- Appreciate how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the subject contributes to the success of the economy and society;
- Develop competence and ability in practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills;
- Develop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of scientific skills and knowledge and understanding of how science works; and
- Demonstrate that they understand and can apply key concepts.
Summary of Course Content
| AS Level | A2 Level |
| Unit 1: Basic Concepts in Physical and Inorganic Chemistry | Unit 1: Further Physical and Organic Chemistry |
| Unit 2: Further Physical and Inorganic Chemistry and Introduction to Organic Chemistry | Unit 2: Analytical, Transition Metals, Electrochemistry and Organic Nitrogen Chemistry |
| Unit 3: Basic Practical Chemistry | Unit 3: Further Practical Chemistry |
Summary of Assessment
The AS and A2 level courses provide a very solid foundation for study at a higher level in a range of scientific areas and/or to careers in the following areas: Forensic Science, Education, Research and Development, Healthcare Professionals, Engineering.
