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    Chemistry

    The Linear A Level course covers three topics:

    • Organic
    • Inorganic
    • Physical

    The organic module covers Alkanes, Alkenes, Halogenoalkanes and Alcohols.

    The inorganic modules cover Periodicity, Group 2 and Group 7.

    The physical modules cover topics such as Atomic structure, Bonding and Energetics.

    A Level Chemistry focuses on practical skills over a range of core practicals. About 15% of total marks in the A Level exams will be based on practical questions. This is in addition to the A Level grade and will be reported as a ‘Pass’ on A Level certificates. 20% of the marks on Chemistry papers will require the use of Level 2 mathematical skills (equivalent to GCSE).

    At the end of year 13, there will be three exams covering all of the topics and questions relating to the core practicals.

    Subject Specific Entry Requirements: Grade 6/6 or above in combined science or two grade 6s (including Chemistry and one other science) if taken as triple science.

    Exam Board: AQA