Chemistry A Level

Board: OCR

You need 6/6 in Combined Science GCSE, or a 6 in Chemistry and one other Science. You will need a grade 5 in Maths GCSE.

Chemistry is divided into topics, each covering different key concepts of chemistry. Teaching of practical skills is integrated with the theoretical topics and they are assessed through the written papers and the Practical Endorsement, which supports the development of practical skills. The content is split into six teaching modules. Modules 1 to 6, combined with the Practical Endorsement, constitute the full A Level.

You will sit three exams at the end of Year 13.

Paper 1 assesses content from Modules 1, 2, 3 and 5.

Paper 2 assesses content from Modules 1, 2, 4 and 6.

Paper 3 assesses content from Modules 1 to 6. You will also need to complete all the practical assessments.

Module 1: Development of Practical Skills in Chemistry – this module underpins the whole of the specification, and covers the practical skills that students should develop throughout the course. The practical skills in this module will be assessed within written examinations. Successful completion of the required practical assessments will be separately certificated with the Practical Endorsement.

Module 2: Foundations in Chemistry – covering key concepts required throughout the remaining modules.

Module 3: Periodic table and energy

Module 4: Core organic chemistry

Module 5: Physical chemistry and transition elements

Module 6: Organic chemistry and analysis

Follow degree courses including chemistry, medicine, veterinary science, physiotherapy, biological sciences, environmental science, pharmacy, chemical engineering, forensic science, biochemistry, geology, law, accounting, business, management, sport science, brewery, architecture, conservation management, archaeology, food science and physiotherapy.

If you choose not to follow a degree route you could use your A level in, for example; science apprenticeships, quality control, textiles, food production, management, accountancy, medical services, building, police, armed forces, engineering and logistics.

For more information about the course, please see Mrs Cooper, Mr Miola or Mr Stanger