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A/S CHEMISTRY
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Next start date(s) |
Sep |
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Course Location |
Ardleigh Green |
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Is this course for me?
This course forms a natural progression to GCSE Science/Additional Science moving onto the next level within the subject of Chemistry. This A/S course is the first of a two year A level course which is a suitable preparation for degree level courses.
What will I study?
This OCR Chemistry A/S course (H034) includes 3 units that you will study. The first unit develops the ideas of atoms through to reacting masses and incorporates bonding, structure and the Periodic Table. The second unit commences with chains and functional groups such as alkenes, alcohols and halogenoalkanes. Modern analytical techniques are introduced alongside energy changes, rates and equilibrium. The unit is completed by looking at green chemistry and resources. The third unit draws on 3 practical assessments carried out during the year.
These are the compulsory subjects:
Equations.
Moles.
Reaction Mechanisms.
What are the entry requirements?
You will be expected to have grade C or better in both GCSE Science and Additional Science, or a grade C or above in GCSE Chemistry or an equivalent level 2 qualification.
In addition you must have grade C in GCSE Maths (preferably Higher)
plus grade C in GCSE English.
What can I do next?
The majority of successful students progress to university to study science related degree programs such as chemical engineering, materials science, environmental science, biotechnology etc.
A level Chemistry is essential for some professions including: medicine, pharmacy and veterinary science.
What employment does this relate to?
Chemistry is a central science feeding into medicine, engineering, materials, life science and earth science.
Chemists end up working in the chemical industry, pharmaceuticals, public services(forensics, water, health, environmental) academia and teaching, publishing and technical writing, patent law, finance and investment.
Chemistry graduates with careers away from chemistry might work in accountancy, finance, law, sales and marketing and consultancy.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is carried out through regular internal tests whilst external assessment includes 2 written exams and practical assessment.
Written exams: Unit 1 represents 30% of the AS
Unit 2 represents 50% of the AS
Practical assessment: 3 practical sessions including marked tests are submitted to the exam board for moderation-represents 20% of the A/S.
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Course Information |
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Course Code |
A215A1P-10 |
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Duration |
32 Weeks |
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| | Timetable | Tue 11:00 - 13:00 | |
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| | | Wed 13:00 - 15:00 | |
| | | Fri 10:00 - 12:00
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Start Date |
13 Sep 2010 |
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End Date |
24 Jun 2011 |
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Location |
Ardleigh Green |
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Contact |
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Costs |
Home Students* |
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| | Tuition Fees | £455.00 | |
| | Exam Fees | £61.00 | |
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Admin Fee |
£0.00 |
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Enrolment |
Entry to this course is via an Application Form available from Threshold Services. |
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All fees quoted are per year. Subsequent years may incur additional examination fees.
* Different costs apply for overseas students. Please contact Threshold Services 01708 462801 for more details. You may be entitled to help, conditions apply, please contact Student Services on 01708 462718 ext 2718.
Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the details, no responsibility is accepted by the College for any errors or omissions. The formation and continuation of classes will depend on sufficient enrolment and maintenance of satisfactory minimum attendance. Where the minimum number is not reached in three consecutive weeks the class will have to close or amalgamate with another group. The College reserves the right to change course details if necessary. The information at enrolment will contain the appropriate details.