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A Level Chemistry

at Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology, Nottingham · university

Level 3A levelsGCE A level20 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

A-level Chemistry is a rigorous, challenging and ultimately rewarding course that develops students' scientific skills and knowledge. There are three disciplines of chemistry studied within the A-level course:Physical chemistry, inorganic chemist and organic chemistry. Physical chemistry looks at Inorganic chemistry looks at . Finally organic chemistrydelves into the structure, properties and reactions oforganic compounds, i.e. matter in its various forms that containcarbon atoms. During the study of organic chemistry in the first year of A-level pupils focus on initially looking at the basics including naming and drawing molecules but also how to represent a reaction using mechanisms. Pupils will use this knowledge then to delve into more specific homologous series including; Alkanes, halogenoalkanes, alkenes and alcohols. The final section of the first year of the A-level course pupils will learn about organic analysis and how we can determine what organic molecules we have in an unknown sample or if we have produced the correct product from a reaction. The second year takes what pupils have learnt and develops this further looking at a wider range of functional groups and other homologous series as well as interpreting more challenging methods of organic analysis.

What you need to get on

Minimum Grade 6 in GCSE Chemistry Must have at least five 5 grade 6s overall.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology

    93 Abbey Street Dunkirk, Nottingham, NG7 1PL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Nottingham

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