A-Level Programme - Chemistry
College of West Anglia
Tennyson Avenue, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 2QW
Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 3
Available start dates
Available start dates
Monday, 05 September 2022
College of West Anglia (King's Lynn campus)
2 Year(s)
Full time
Course Summary
Our A-Level in Chemistry will help you build on your previous scientific study to develop and apply skills and understanding in aspects of analytical, organic, inorganic and physical chemistry which are relevant to higher education, research and employment.
Students on our A-Level Programme take a minimum of 3 and maximum of 4 A-Level subjects so please apply for all the subjects you'd like to discuss at interview.
Course Details
There is a significant amount of practical work included, both to develop skills and understanding and as assessed coursework units.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Students will follow a programme of class teaching with laboratory practical tasks both in groups and as individuals. Group discussions and independent research projects are also included. The course is assessed by three examinations ranging in duration from 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes and one non-exam assessment.
- Module 1: Development of Practical Skills in Chemistry
- Module 2: Foundations in Chemistry
- Module 3: Periodic able and Energy
- Module 4: Core Organic Chemistry
- Module 5: Physical Chemistry and Transition Elements
- Module 6: Organic Chemistry and Analysis
Entry requirements
For the generic A-Level Programme you will need:
- GCSE grade 4 or above in English Language and Maths, plus at least 3 more GCSEs at grade 5 or above
For this specific A-Level you will need:
- GCSE grade 4 or above in English Language, GCSE grade 6 and above in Maths, Grade 6 or above in Chemistry (6-5 in Combined Science) and at least 2 more GCSEs at grade 5 or above
Additional information
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