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Year 13 – A2
KEY INFORMATION
Unit 3: Physical and Inorganic Chemistry
Written examination: 1 hour 45 minutes (80 marks)
25% of qualification. Level: AS and Advanced
Unit 4: Organic Chemsitry and Analysis
Written examination: 1 hour 45 minutes (80 marks) Examining Board: WJEC
25% of qualification.
Subject Leader: Dr P. Perkins
Unit 5:
• Practical (60 marks) 10% of qualification. Entry Requirements: B in
• Experimental Task (30 marks) Chemistry Triple Award or BB
• Practical Methods and Analysis Task (30 marks) in Double award Science.
B in Mathematics GCSE
What else can I do?
Other subjects that go well with a study of Chemistry AS Level Modules:
are Biology, Physics and Maths. However, many other Unit 1: The Language of Chemistry,
combinations are also suitable. You may be concentrating on Structure of Matter &
arts, humanities or modern language subjects and wish to Simple Reactions.
take Chemistry to AS to broaden your studies by continuing
to take a science subject. As a science subject practical
work is a very important part of the course. The course Unit 2: Energy, Rate and Chemistry
provides many opportunities for interesting and relevant of Carbon Compounds
practical work and has a practical coursework element to
the assessment. A2 Level Modules:

Where can I go with Chemistry? Unit 3: Physical and
Studying Chemistry opens doors to many different degree Inorganic Chemistry
courses and careers, such as: anatomy, agricultural science,
beauty therapy, biochemistry, biology, physics, engineering, Unit 4: Organic Chemistry and
environmental science, chemistry, dentistry, dietetics, Analysis
forensic science, forestry, materials science, medicine,
pathology, pharmacy, polymer science, veterinary science,
zoology and many, many more. Chemistry is essential if Unit 5: Practical
you wish to enter the medical profession. Also, potential
employers value the analytical and conceptual skills that Assesment method:
are developed during the study of chemistry. Such skills, 90% Exam
coupled with the ability to work in a meticulous and 10% Coursework
accurate manner, enable chemistry students to pursue
careers within, or outside, the vast area of Science.

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