Chemistry

Course Requirements: 6 in Chemistry for separate science or 6-6 in Trilogy (combined science)

Why Study Chemistry?

Chemistry is the study of the structure and properties of matter and the reactions that produce different substances and materials. A-level Chemistry will help you answer the big question ‘What is the world made of?’ From fertilisers and food preservatives to anaesthetics, antibiotics and anti-viral drugs, from petrol, diesel and biofuels to plastics and paints, the applications of chemistry are endless. A-level Chemistry will develop your research, problem solving and analytical skills. You will learn how to conduct practicals, analyse and evaluate data, to work things out using logic and step-by-step reasoning and to express yourself clearly and succinctly.

Sample Course Content: 

Practical work is at the heart of Chemistry A level and our approach at TKA, with modern, well-equipped laboratories in our new building and teachers and lab technicians that have considerable research experience. As with GCSE, you will need confident mathematical skills. You will study physical, inorganic and organic chemistry.

Career Value: 

If you are considering a medical career, Chemistry is a course requirement for all universities. The top five degree courses taken by students who have an A-level in Chemistry are: Chemistry, Biology, Medicine, Mathematics and Pharmacology.

Enrichment Opportunities: 

These will include visits to the Royal Institution’s L’Oreal Young Scientist Centre and hands-on experience of mass spectrometry via the Royal Society of Chemistry’s spectroscopy in a suitcase.

‘Alongside excellent academic outcomes, pupils make substantial gains in their communication and social skills. They articulate their knowledge in a reflective and mature manner and relish the opportunity to think critically.’ 

Ofsted