Chemistry A Level

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A range of practical experiences is given within this course which is vital as part of a learner’s development. ‘Foundations in Chemistry’, acts as an important bridge into AS and A level Chemistry from Chemistry within science courses at GCSE level.​

At A level, you’ll look in more detail at physical, inorganic and organic chemistry and find out how they are linked to applications of energy use to every- day life, health care, industrial processes and current environmental concerns associated with sustainability.​

Chemistry helps you to understand the world around you. Why do leaves change colour in the fall? Why are plants green? How is cheese made? What is in soap and how does it clean? These are all questions that can be answered using chemistry.​

Chemistry can help you make informed decisions. Will a product work as advertised or is it a scam? If you understand how chemistry works you'll be able to separate reasonable expectations from pure fiction.​

Chemistry teaches useful life skills, such as learning how to be objective and how to reason and solve problems. These analytical skills can be applied to so many different careers.

The course here at Victory is taught by experienced teachers who have a wealth of knowledge. The high​ quality teaching ensures that all students are able to reach their full potential and achieve the grades that​ they need to progress to the next level. Smaller class sizes ensure a personal approach and more 1:1​ interaction between teacher and student.​ A level Chemistry is known to be one of the most difficult A level courses but opens the doors to medical pathways in the future

To study A Level qualifications: A minimum of 36 points. These points will be accumulated from your top 8 KS4 grades. For example, a student who achieves the following grades would meet the entry criteria.

E.g 6+6+5+5+4+4+3+3 = 36 points (Average grade 4.5)

Some A level qualifications will require a grade 6 to access them (please check with subject curriculum leaders if this applies to their course)

Entry criteria is a guide and interviews will be conducted with candidates to confirm if they are suitable to follow their selected courses.

Analytical Chemist, Chemical Engineer, Forensic Scientist, Geochemist, Hazardous Waste Chemist, Materials Scientist, Pharmacologist, Toxicologist, Water Chemist, Nanotechnologist, Research Scientist, Clinical Scientist​