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Chemistry A Level

Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre

Ashford Road, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6LT

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent

Level 3

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026

Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre

2 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Application Instructions

*IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM HOMEWOOD SCHOOL & SIXTH FORM CENTRE FOR SEPTEMBER 2024 APPLICATIONS*

Applications Open: - 22nd November 2023

Applications Close: - 19th January 2024

Entry Requirements: - Each course has its own entry requirements, please see course descriptions or the prospectus for details.

Option Blocks: - https://www.homewood-school.co.uk/119/options-blocks

Students must select a minimum of three courses, each from a different block

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices.

Open Event: - 22nd November 2023 4pm - 7pm

Open Mornings: - Monday 13th November and Tuesday 14th November 2023, 9:15am - 11.15am

Course Summary

This course is designed to encourage students to develop an enthusiasm for chemistry, including practical skills, an understanding of concepts and principles, and the knowledge and skills for study at Higher Education.

Course Details

In the first year students will cover the basics of chemical reactions and also develop your practical skills. You will also cover modules on topics such as the periodic table, energy changes and reaction rates, as well as learning the basics of organic chemistry.

Students continue into a second year and cover topics which include: Quantitative chemistry, Enthalpy, Transition elements, Aromatic compounds, Polymers and Organic synthesis.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

At the end of the course students sit 3 written examinations, covering topics from both years. Students also receive a separately reported practical endorsement.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at 4 and above, including 6-5 in Combined Science or a 6 in Chemistry plus 5 in English and Maths.

Your next steps...

You could take this course to prepare for Higher Education. With further training, you could go into a science related profession such as Doctor, Nurse, Material Scientist or Pharmacist. You could also go straight into a workplace with a recognised qualification that has helped you to develop the basic skills, understanding and knowledge that many employers and industries are looking for.

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