Chemistry
Lead teacher
Mr M Gundry
mgundry@greycourt.org.uk
Entry requirements
- 5 GCSEs at grade 9-5 including maths and English
- For those who have studied combined science: grade 7-6, plus grade 6 in maths
- For those who have studied separate sciences: grade 7 in chemistry, grades 7 and 6 in the other specialisms, plus grade 6 in maths.
Overview
Chemistry is the study of matter and how it is structured, behaves and interacts with everything around it. Chemistry is fundamental to life, from living organisms to the physical world around us. A level chemists will apply their knowledge to explore: global issues such as the synthesis of new materials, the impact of pollutants, and solutions to the world’s energy crisis, as well as concerns closer to home such as using chemistry to improve the flavour of foodstuffs.
Facilities
Chemistry A level is taught in a specialist chemistry lab by experienced A level teachers. The laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment to enhance learning.
Growth
Following on from GCSE chemistry, the A level has a high practical content. Students will be called upon to demonstrate their practical competency and apply their technical knowledge in known and unknown situations.
Enrichment
A level chemists at Grey Court are provided with numerous opportunities to attend university lectures, participate in talks with external speakers, use complex specialist equipment, and develop key skills for careers such as medicine. A level students may join the chemistry prefect team to help facilitate and run support sessions and clubs for younger students.
Careers
Chemistry A level provides an excellent foundation for many careers both inside and outside the field of science: the chemical industry, public services, academia and teaching, publishing, technical writing, finance and investment analysis, or unrelated fields such as accountancy, law, sales and marketing, and consultancy.
Exam board
OCR