Chemistry

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Examination Board: WJEC

Mr. D. Barlow - B.Sc., P.G.C.E.
Mr. T. Breen Smith - B.Sc., P.G.C.E.

The AS level consists of 3 units:

Ch1      Controlling and measuring chemical change
Ch2      Properties, structure and bonding
Ch3a    The AS Practical Chemistry

The AS course is designed to introduce students to the basic ideas of the three main branches of Chemistry - Physical, Inorganic and Organic.

The AS examination papers will be taken in the June of Year 12

The A2 level consists of 3 units:

Ch4      Analysing and building molecules
Ch5      A level Physical and inorganic chemistry
Ch6a     A2 Practical Chemistry

The A2 course develops key scientific skills, and provides a solid foundation for those wishing to study chemistry or its associated fields at a higher level.

The A2 examination papers will be taken in June of Year 13.

Students considering taking the course should be competent in Maths at higher level GCSE.

They should also possess a strong work ethic and be prepared to devote a significant amount of time both in and out of school to their studies.

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