Chemistry
Vocational qualification
In Penylan
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Penylan (Wales)
Chemistry is the underpinning science in society. It plays a part in every aspect of our lives from the medicines we use to keep us healthy to the fertilisers we use on the land to maximise crop yields.
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About this course
Either GCSE Chemistry (Higher Tier) grade C or above, or GCSE Science grade B and GCSE Additional Science grade B or above.
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Course programme
Chemistry
Chemistry is the underpinning science in society. It plays a part in every aspect of our lives from the medicines we use to keep us healthy to the fertilisers we use on the land to maximise crop yields.Chemistry is assessed by means of a combination of written papers and practical assessments. The latter are carried out in class and marked externally.
AS Chemistry
CH1 (40% of the AS, 20% A Level)
Atomic structure: Balanced chemical reactions are investigated as well as energy changes that take place during reactions and the factors that affect the speed and potential success of a reaction.
CH2 (40% of the AS, 20% A Level)
Forces within and between molecules are examined along with the many different shapes that molecules can exhibit. This module also introduces organic (carbon) Chemistry and spectroscopy.
CH3 (20% of the AS, 10% A Level)
Two internally set and externally marked practical assessments complete this module. Examinations are offered in June.
A2 Chemistry
CH4 (20% of the A Level)
Building on CH2 this module explores a wide range of classes of organic chemicals and their characteristic reactions. Methods of analysis and properties peculiar to certain organic species are also studied.
CH5 (20% of the A Level)
The periodic table is studied in more depth than at AS. In particular the chemistry of Transition Elements and Groups III, IV and VII is examined. The creation of electric potentials between two different elements is explored in detail along with further studies of energy changes that occur during reactions. Finally, the way in which experimental results can lead to detailed determination of the processes that take place during a reaction are studied.
CH6 (10% of the A Level)
Two internally set and externally marked practical assessments are completed during the year. Examinations are offered in January and June.As well as the classic combinations with Physics, Biology and Mathematics, most subjects can be successfully studied alongside Chemistry. This is because Chemistry is a subject in which many key skills are developed. Such skills are essential to any future career. For those wishing to pursue a career in medicine, veterinary science and many other scientific careers, Chemistry is an absolute must. Additionally many chemists find careers in marketing and sales, journalism and advertising, and law. The range of careers open to chemists confirms the high regard in which someone with such an all-round set of skills is held.
Results
SUMMER 2009
A - C grade: 75%
Highlights: 41% of learners achieved an'A' grade, well above the national figure.
Examination Board WJEC
Chemistry