About the course…
Have you ever wondered how you can help prevent climate change? Can you charge a mobile phone with a lemon? Why does wine turn to vinegar? Can you find a cure for the common cold?
A Level Chemistry will give you an exciting insight into the modern world of chemistry, with practical skills integrated throughout the course. You will learn how chemistry affects you and the impact it has on industry, which will equip you with the skills to investigate and solve problems in a range of contexts.
You will study topics such as pH, transition metals, periodicity, enthalpy changes, bonding, electronic configuration and spectroscopy using the college’s infrared spectrometer.
Why study with us…
- You will gain valuable experience learning in professional laboratories within a cutting-edge chemistry department, equipped with university-standard equipment and facilities
- You will have the opportunity to attend seminars and engage with industry experts, introducing talks from engineers at Rolls-Royce
- Chemistry equips you with a variety of transferable skills, such as analytical thinking, problem-solving, effective time management, research proficiency, presentation skills, teamwork, and strong written communication
Where Chemistry can take you…
A Level Chemistry is the perfect course if you are looking to study a degree in subjects such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, chemistry, biochemistry or pharmaceuticals.
Want to stay local? The University of Suffolk at East Coast College offers degree courses such as Forensic Science, allowing you to gain a degree on your doorstep. You can find out more at https://www.eastcoast.ac.uk/degrees/
Entry requirements…
- Must meet overall entry criteria for A Level study
- If you wish to study two or more A Level Science or Maths courses, you will need to meet the entry criteria for a Science A Level programme too
