Grantham College

Course Details

AQA AS Level Chemistry (Level 3)

Course Description

Year 1 At AS Level candidates are given a solid grounding in foundation Chemistry. The units studied are as follows: CHM 1 - Foundation Chemistry This unit explores the fundamental principles that form the basis of Chemistry. 1hour 15minute exam CHM 2 - Chemistry in Acton This unit introduces more of the principles that underpin chemistry and looks at the applications of these principles and those that have been developed in Unit 1. 1hour 45minute exam CHM 3 - Investigative and Practical Skills - Internal Assessment. (coursework) Year 2 At A2 Level the specification develops the concepts of physical chemistry introduced at AS. The units studied are as follows: CHM 3 - Kinetics, Equilibria and Organic Chemistry This unit develops the concepts of physical chemistry introduced at AS. 1hour 45minute exam CHM 4 - Energetics, Redox and Inorganic Chemistry 1hour 45minute exam CHM 5 - Investigative and Practical Skills - Internal Assessment. (coursework)

Course Duration

NumberDuration
35week

Career outcomes

Students may progress to further and higher education in chemistry, medicine, biochemistry and other related sciences.




AQA AS Level Chemistry (Level 3) Grantham College