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Free A Level Chemistry in Cannock

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body
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About this course

Free A Level Chemistry in Cannock. Classes run at Cardinal Griffin Catholic College. This is a full-time, two-year a level chemistry course studied during the day. You'll explore core chemistry topics including atomic structure, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, and analytical techniques. The course is designed to deepen your understanding of chemistry and prepare you for university-level study. A grade 6 in GCSE Chemistry (or grade 66 in Double Award Science) and a grade 6 in GCSE Maths are desirable for entry.

Who this course is for

This chemistry course will inspire students, nurture their passion for chemistry and lay the groundwork for further study.

Entry requirements

Desirable grade 6 in GCSE Chemistry or a grade 66 in Double Award Science, plus desirable grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics

What you will learn

  • You'll study atomic structure, bonding, and the periodic table in depth.
  • You'll explore organic chemistry, including reaction mechanisms and functional groups.
  • You'll investigate physical chemistry, covering thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibria.
  • You'll develop practical laboratory skills through hands-on experiments.
  • You'll analyse and interpret data from chemical investigations.
  • You'll apply mathematical skills to solve quantitative chemistry problems.
  • You'll build the subject knowledge needed for chemistry-related university courses.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom teaching, practical laboratory work, and independent study. Assessment is by written examinations at the end of the two years, set and marked by AQA. Practical skills are assessed separately through a practical endorsement, recorded on your certificate. There are no coursework components in the AQA A Level Chemistry specification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cardinal Griffin Catholic College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Analytical chemist: tests and analyses substances in lab settings.
  • Pharmaceutical technician: supports drug development and manufacturing.
  • Laboratory technician: carries out experiments and maintains equipment.
  • Environmental scientist: monitors and assesses chemical impacts on the environment.
  • Science teacher (with further study): teaches chemistry in schools.
  • Forensic scientist: analyses chemical evidence for criminal investigations.
  • Chemical engineer (with degree): designs industrial chemical processes.

What you could study next

A Level Chemistry opens the door to a range of degree-level study options. You could go on to a BSc or MChem in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or Chemical Engineering. It's also a common entry requirement for Medicine, Dentistry, and Veterinary Science degrees. If you want to strengthen your university application further, pairing this with A Levels in Biology or Maths is worth considering.

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