A Level Chemistry

About This Course

Every student dreams of being able to study on their own terms, but what if you could skip the need to go to college and instead take courses from the comfort of your own home? No pressure. No set deadlines. Simply the freedom to study at a pace that is right for you.

Our A Level Chemistry course is exclusively designed to offer you this kind of flexibility…

Simply enrol onto this 2 year home learning course, and you’ll receive the exact same course materials you’d be taught in college. The only difference is – they have been tailored for home use.

And this is great news if you’re a mature student looking to return to your studies or have work commitments preventing you from going to college; as you can easily fit your studies around your prior obligations and still receive a nationally recognised A Level within a subject you love.

Physical chemistry, oxidation, thermodynamics, Halogens, transition metals, inorganic and organic chemistry… our new A Level Chemistry course has been updated to meet the latest academic specifications and content, so you can confidently add this qualification to your university or work applications, and take your first step towards a range of exciting careers.

Medicine, engineering, chemistry, etc., your career options are limitless.

Course Benefits

Spit into 3 topics, each are designed to provide you with invaluable skills that can fast track your career within your chosen field.

By providing you with both practical and theoretical knowledge; you can build your competency and explore topics you’ve previously never discussed.

This course will:

• Earn up to 56 UCAS points that can be used to secure your dream university spot
• Develop both your theoretical and practical knowledge of chemistry which is transferrable onto future studies
• Carry out a range of experiments and investigative activities (based around a range of contexts)
• Allow you to choose when you want to take your exams, ensuring you are always prepared

A Level Chemistry UCAS Points

• A* Grade – 56 UCAS points
• A Grade – 48 UCAS points
• B Grade – 40 UCAS points
• C Grade – 32 UCAS points
• D Grade – 24 UCAS points
• E Grade – 16 UCAS points

Course Units

Qualification Title: A Level Chemistry

Qualification Number: 601/5731/8

UCAS Points: Up to 56

Topic 1: Physical Chemistry

• Amount of Substance
• Bonding
• Energetics
• Kinetics
• Chemical Equilibria, Le Chatelier’s Principle, and Kc ATP
• Oxidation, Reduction and Redox Equations
• Thermodynamics
• Rate Equations
• Equilibrium constant Kp for Homogenous Systems
• Electrode Potentials and Electromechanical Cells
• Acids and Bases

Topic 2: Inorganic Chemistry

• Periodicity
• Group 2, the Alkaline Earth Metals
• The Halogens
• Properties of Period 3 Elements and their Oxides
• Transition Metals
• Reactions of the Ions in Aqueous Solution

Topic 3: Organic Chemistry

• Introduction to Organic Chemistry
• Alkanes
• Halogenoalkanes
• Alkenes
• Alcohols
• Organic Analysis
• Optical Isomerism
• Aldehydes & Ketones
• Carboxylic Acids and Derivatives
• Aromatic Chemistry
• Amines
• Polymers Amino Acids, Proteins and DNA
• Organic Synthesis
• Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy
• Chromatography

Assessment

To earn this A Level qualification you will first complete the assessments included in your course materials.  These will be marked by your dedicated tutor and will prepare you for your exam.

You are required to complete three standard written exams and one submitted practical:

• Paper 1: 2 hour written assessment, 35% of total marks – 10 June 2024
• Paper 2: 2 hour written assessment, 35% of total marks – 18 June 2024
• Paper 3: 2 hour written assessment, 30% of total marks – 21 June 2024
• Practical (non exam): Submit by 15 May 2024

(all dates are subject to change)

There is a separate fee for the examinations, which are paid directly to the exam centre at time of booking. We’ll help you book your exams and practical when you are ready (we advise to book well in advance to guarantee your place).

Please note: the dates shown above are the next available exam slots only (exams take place every year).

While practical assessments are not mandatory and do not count towards your final grade, there are questions in paper three which refer to practical techniques. Also, if you are planning to progress to a science related degree then many universities will only accept students who have completed the practicals.

Should you choose to complete the practical element, you will need to be able to attend four practical days at one of the following science labs:

• Bolton School Science Lab (BL1 4PA)
• Harrow Science Lab (HA1 3HP)
• King Henry VIII Coventry (CV3 6AQ)
• South Bank UTC Science Lab (SW2 1QS)

Required Knowledge

There are no entry requirements for this course, however, we recommend that you have completed GCSE Chemistry and GCSE Mathematics, as concepts explored in this course use skills picked up during these prior courses.

Awarding Body

Upon completion of this home learning course you’ll receive an A Level in Chemistry issued by the AQA.

It is possible for students to earn this qualification without completing the practical assessment; however it is important to note that your certificate will outline that this element has not been completed.

As a result, its absence could hinder your ability to get onto a Chemistry focused university course or a job.

15% of your written exams are dependent on having knowledge of these practical skills; therefore we thoroughly recommend completing both the written and practical elements of this course.

Support

We offer our students 2 full years to complete this course; however it can be done on your own timeframe and with the full support of our team. From the moment you enrol you will receive a comprehensive study guide and a course pack containing self-assessment exercises and tutor marked study questions.

More importantly, you’ll receive your very own personal tutor who at a click of a button will always be on hand to supply support, advice and feedback on your coursework. Our student support team are also always happy to field your queries, meaning you never have to struggle or feel isolated in your studies. No matter the question, we are here to help.