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Chemistry
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Ideally students will have achieved AA in GCSE Science (Core and Additional) or an A grade in GCSE Chemistry (for external candidates).
Course outline:
AS
Unit 1 – Core Principles of Chemistry with introduction to Organic Chemistry (written paper)
Unit 2 - Applications of Core Principles of Chemistry (written paper)
Unit 3 – Chemistry Laboratory Skills I (internally assessed)
A2
Unit 4 – Rates, Equilibria and Further Organic Chemistry (written paper)
Unit 5 – Transition Metals and Organic Nitrogen Chemistry (written paper)
Unit 6 – Chemistry Laboratory Skills II (internally assessed)
What could I go on to do at the end of my course?
Chemistry combines well with Biology, Maths and Physics.
Possible university courses using Chemistry include: Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Immunology, Pharmacology, Environmental Sciences, Nutrition, Toxicology, Biotechnology
Possible careers involving Chemistry include:
Chemistry is a powerful springboard to launch you into a fascinating career. Possibilities include: medicine, pharmacy, environmental management, veterinary medicine, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, forensics, textiles, hazardous waste management.
