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COURSE OVERVIEW

A-Level Chemistry attempts to answer the big question ‘what is the world made of?’ and how can we manipulate, change and understand the chemical and physical properties of all type of matter. 

From Medicine, to synthetic Chemistry and onto marine and environmental processes, the opportunities that Chemistry provides are vast, exciting and provide plenty of challenge, as well as substantial relevance in todays’ world.

Assessment structure

Theme 1: Development of practical skills in chemistry 

Theme 2: Foundations in chemistry 

Theme 3: Periodic table and energy 

Theme 4: Core organic chemistry 

Theme 5: Physical chemistry and transition elements 

Theme 6: Organic chemistry and analysis
 

What can pupils’ study next?

Studying an A-Level Chemistry related degree at university offers a plethora of exciting career options, including:

• Analytical chemist • Chemical engineer • Clinical biochemist • Pharmacologist • Doctor • Research scientist (physical sciences) • Toxicologist • Chartered certified accountant • Environmental consultant • Higher education lecturer •  Science writer • Secondary school teacher, Marine chemist, economist, pharmaceuticals, supply chain, amongst many others. 

Chemistry A-Level is also essential for those wanting to go onto Medicine or Vetenary science.

Who can I contact for further information?

Emma Gates- Head of Science: emma.gates@bcschool.co.uk