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Entry Requirements
Grade 8 (or 88 in Double Science) Chemistry GCSE is the minimum requirement to study Chemistry A Level. Experience from the new GCSE specifications has shown that only at this level are boys likely to have the sufficiently strong scientific skills and knowledge to cope with A Level Chemistry.
This A Level would suit candidates who are...
• Deeply interested in the details behind how the world around them works; the
forces, particles and interactions that lead to the structure of life and materials
• Enjoy working very hard, learning detail, as well as mastering abstract concepts
• Motivated to study in-depth, beyond the classroom
• Excited by combining multiple strands of knowledge and understanding to
create new hypotheses and predict outcomes
• Would like to follow a career path underpinned by analytical thinking, problem
solving and numeracy
Course Content and Examinations
Chemistry fosters problem solving, data-supported decision making skills and the ability to wrestle with abstract concepts. We follow the Edexcel syllabus and sit three papers at the end of the Upper Sixth year, covering the complimentary streams of physical, inorganic and organic chemistry. Practical investigative work is frequent and boys cover the core practicals required by the exam board as a matter of course.
Chemistry is one of the eight ‘facilitating subjects’ listed by the Russell Group of Universities; these are the subjects that offer the widest range of options into their courses.
Chemistry is essential for biochemistry, biomedical sciences, chemical engineering, dentistry, forensic sciences, materials sciences, medicine, pharmacy, pharmacology and veterinary science degrees and would be highly valued on any other engineering or science degree or apprenticeship. Chemistry A-level will also bring numerate and analytical weight to your CV in an application for virtually any other degree.
Beyond university, most employers are looking for individuals with great interpersonal and leadership skills, but also the ability to make decisions and take action based on data or financially-driven factors. The analytical thinking skills and numeracy developed in chemistry develop candidates’ ability to work with complex mental models and to reach conclusions based on logical and structured thinking.
Course Specification A Level ⏐ Pearson Edexcel 9CH0
Chemistry
Where could this subject take you?
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Head of Department ⏐ Mr C J Grant
 













































































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