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Education for a changing world
Chemistry
Board: Salters OCR (H433)
INTRODUCTION
Chemistry is the study of materials, their reactions and the laws that govern them.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
If you are studying Triple Science:
If you are studying Combined Science:
GCSE Triple Science Chemistry at grade 6 or above
APS of 4.5 or above
GCSE Combined Science at grade 7-6 or above
AND
Grade 6 or above in GCSE Mathematics
APS of 4.5 or above
It would be useful to study Chemistry alongside Biology, but it is not essential.
Where could my success take me?
Chemistry is essential for studying Medicine and Veterinary Science as well as Chemistry courses.
Students considering natural sciences, biomedical/life sciences and other medically allied degrees will find
studying chemistry highly advantageous.
COURSE CONTENT
In this context driven course, you will learn the core theory through study of current applications of chemistry.
You will be introduced to organic, inorganic and physical chemistry while learning about topics such as fuels,
colours and the chemical industry. There is a clear development and further in depth exploration of topics
covered at KS4. Activities include practical work, problem solving, data analysis, modelling with ICT, research
and presentation.
In the second year of the A Level course there is greater emphasis on the design of molecules and materials
to fit a purpose, such as polymers, dyes and medicines. Their analysis and synthesis are also considered. The
ideas from Year 12 are expanded further, drawing on prior knowledge and understanding. Ideas about
enthalpy, first studied with respect to fuels, are later used to explain solubility, whilst ideas about medicines
and biological molecules are explored in greater depth, with some significant cross over with the Biology
course. Practical skills are develop further fully preparing students for university based laboratory work.
There is an expectation that the time given to lessons each week will be matched by students outside of
school as time to undertake independent study and homework.
RESOURCES
Pupils will require a copy of the course textbook OCR A Level Salters’ Advanced Chemistry Student Book 4th
Edition (OCR B), ISBN: 978-0-19-833290-9, published by Oxford University Press.
