Chemistry (A-level)

While we have passed our January application deadline, we do invite late/further applications or expressions of interest (contact us using - sixthform@samuelward.co.uk).

From the moment of birth, we are surrounded by chemistry; the air we breathe, the food we eat and the clothes we wear; they're all chemistry. Chemistry is the study of substances: what they're made of, how they interact with each other and the role they play in living things. From research in space to the depths of the oceans, chemistry helps students understand the world around us.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN:

▶ Practical chemistry?

▶ Applications of science?

▶ Problem solving?

▶ Scientific research?

This course is assessment through written examinations. Students will also complete practical activities for which competency in different skills will be assessed. The students will be awarded a competency mark for their practical skills (Pass or Fail) in addition to their A-level grade (A*- E).

Students will need to meet the entry requirements of their chosen pathway:

Pathway 1: Five or more GCSE grades 5-9 (including English Language and Maths) for an A-level study programme

Pathway 2: Five or more GCSE grades 5-9 (aiming for a 5 in English Language and Maths) to study two A-level subjects and one Level 3 Diploma/AAQ

Pathway 3: Five or more GCSE grades 4-9 (resitting English Language or Maths if needed) to study one A-level and two Level 3 Diplomas/AAQs or three Level 3 Diplomas/AAQ

Additional entry requirements for this course:

Grade 5 in GCSE Maths, Grade 6 in GCSE Chemistry or Grade 6/6 in GCSE Combined Science

Future pathways can cross over to the other sciences or venture into biochemistry, geochemistry, chemical engineering or physical chemistry, medicine, chemical engineering, veterinary science, anatomy and physiology. Future careers and sectors include government agencies, environmental agencies, consultancy, hospitals, universities, public health laboratories, testing companies, manufacturers (making drugs, food, energy sources, materials, polymers, biotechnology, paint or chemicals).