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Chemistry A level

at The Burgate School and Sixth Form, Fordingbridge · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level24 monthsFull time

What the college says

Chemistry is structured as a linear course split into six modules over two years. Module 1 relates to practical skills which are assessed throughout the written examinations and also through the Practical Endorsement during the second year. In Module 2 you are introduced to the foundations of Chemistry, including atoms, compounds, molecules and equations, amount of substance, acid-base and redox reactions as well as electronic structure. You will then apply these principles and theories to exciting topics such as periodicity and qualitative analysis in Module 3 and alcohols, haloalkanes and organic synthesis in Module 4. In the second year of A levels you will complete the remaining two modules. Module 5 covers topics such as reaction rates and equilibrium, pH and buffers as well as entropy, free energy and transition elements. Module 6 covers advanced organic chemistry including nitrogen compounds, spectroscopy and the mysterious and sometimes murky world of the aromatic hydrocarbon.

What you need to get on

Students should have at least 6 GCSEs 9-4 including English and Maths. Grade 6 in GCSE Chemistry or Combined Science (trilogy).

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

  • The Burgate School and Sixth Form

    Salisbury Road, Fordingbridge, SP6 1EZ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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