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CHEMISTRY
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Chemistry: AS and A2 Level
Chemistry is a necessary subject for students wishing
to pursue a career in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical
engineering, forensic science and biological sciences
including medicine. It is important to note that for
degrees and careers in biological sciences, AS/A2
Biology is also required.
Course details This is a modular course made up of six
modules, including two practical assessment modules.
The course covers a wide range of topics in reasonable
depth to prepare you for higher education.
How is it assessed? Assessment is by both exam (80%)
and practical assessment (20%). Practical assessment
involves completing a set of three tasks carried out under
teacher supervision. You are given two opportunities, with
the best marks counting. There are two exam sessions in
each year – one in January and another in June.
Course duration One year at AS level. One year at
A2 level.
What do I need to study this subject? You should have
five GCSE grades A*-C including Double Science,
Mathematics and English Language.
Where can this lead me? Students who complete the
course successfully could enter higher education or
employment. Chemistry is an essential subject for careers
such as medicine, biochemistry, chemical engineering
and analytical chemistry, including forensic science.
In the past students who have completed chemistry have
gone on to do Law or Accounting at university. Many
universities and employers think that chemistry students
have more developed analytical skills so they are very
much in demand.
What are the enrichment opportunities? There are a
number of opportunities to attend lectures and short
courses organised by local universities, and our own
higher education event.
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