AS and A2 Level Chemistry

AS and A2 Level Chemistry

• Venue:
  Windmill Avenue Campus, Kettering
• Duration:
  One year for AS Level or Two years for full A Level (AS Level + A2 Level)
• Start At:
  September 2010
• Level of Study:
  Advanced (Level 3)
• Awarding Body:
  AQA

AS and A2 Level Chemistry Entry Requirements

• For a 3 AS Level programme you will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at A*-C including English and Maths and an A or B grade in Double or Triple GCSE Science or equivalent.
• For a 4 AS Level programme you will need a minimum of 6 GCSEs at A*-C including English and Maths and an A or B grade in Double or Triple GCSE Science or equivalent.

To progress to A2 Level a minimum of grade D at AS Level is required.

Entry is subject to a successful interview.

If you have been out of education for some time you may wish to consider the Access to Higher Education programme as an alternative to A Levels.

Content
AS Level
Module 1: Atomic Structure, Bonding and Periodicity

In order to understand the reactions of atoms and molecules it is essential to understand their structures. In this module, you will study sub-atomic structure and chemical bonding along with the relationship between structure, chemical reactivity and the position of the element in the Periodic table.

Module 2: Foundation Physical and Inorganic Chemistry

This module considers the way in which adjustment of conditions may be used to favour a particular rate and yield. The methods used for the extraction of metals from natural sources involve an understanding of the social and economic aspects of the processes as well as an appreciation of the underlying chemistry.

Module 3: Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Practical

Carbon compounds constitute an enormous range of materials with diverse properties, which include living systems, petroleum, drugs, medicine and plastics. This module provides an introduction to the study of organic compounds.

A2 Level
Module 4: Further Physical and Organic Chemistry

Module 5: Thermodynamics and Further Inorganic Chemistry

Module 6: Synoptic Assessment

Assessment Module 1 is examined in January of the first year. Modules 2 and 3 are examined in June of the first year. The practical coursework in AS Level is assessed by examination in May of the first year. Module 4 for A2 is examined in January of the second year, with Module 5 and 6 being examined in June of Year 2. The coursework component in the second year is marked internally and externally moderate. Progression
Chemistry is a subject which provides students with a wide variety of skills and opportunities. By studying chemistry you find all doors open to you. Chemists are found all sorts of fields and not just in the chemical industry. Their degrees can be directly relevant in for example environmental studies, patent works, information science, archaeology and teaching.
Entry Requirement
For a 3 AS Level programme you will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at A*-C including English and an A or B grade in Maths or equivalent.
For a 4 AS Level programme you will need a minimum of 6 GCSEs at A*-C including English and an A or B grade in Maths or equivalent.
To progress to A2 Level a minimum of grade D at AS Level is required.
Entry is subject to a successful interview. If you have been out of education for some time you may wish to consider the Access to Higher Education programme as an alternative to A Levels.