Chemistry

Examination Board: OCR

Course Leader: Mr D Ashworth

Entry Requirements: Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 6 or above. Core and Additional Science at Grade 6 or above and Mathematics at Grade 5 or above.

Course Content:

This course helps students understand the nature of chemicals and chemical processes. You will look at the key concepts of Chemistry including aspects of physical, inorganic and organic chemistry including analysis and characterisation of novel compounds.

The aim is for students to develop a conceptual understanding and become competent and confident practitioners. Practical skills are developed and assessed through an ongoing teacher led practical endorsement.

Future prospects:

A-level Chemistry is an entry requirement for Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Veterinary and Forensic Science.

Physics

Examination Board: AQA

Course Leader: Mr T Hackett

Entry Requirements:Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 6 or above.

Core and Additional Science at Grade 6 and Mathematics at Grade 6 or above.

Course Content:

You will learn how the world around us works and gain a better understanding of the universe. You will learn what is going on inside an atom and test your problem-solving ability and logical thinking. Classes are taught through teacher-led explanations and demonstrations, group work and practical work.

We have strong links with Sussex University to update us with current research, take part in subject days, use their laboratories and attend lectures. You will also have the opportunity to visit the European Laboratory for Particle Physics in CERN, Switzerland.

Note: Physics A-level should be taken with Mathematics A-level.

Future Prospects:

Physics can lead to careers such as Engineering, Astrophysics and Meteorology. It is a highly desirable A-level for a great range of degree courses.

Biology

Examination Board: AQA

Course Leader: Mr T Hackett

Entry Requirements:Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 6 or above.

Core and Additional Science at Grade 6 and Mathematics at Grade 6 or above.

Course Content:

You will learn how the world around us works and gain a better understanding of the universe. You will learn what is going on inside an atom and test your problem-solving ability and logical thinking. Classes are taught through teacher-led explanations and demonstrations, group work and practical work.

We have strong links with Sussex University to update us with current research, take part in subject days, use their laboratories and attend lectures. You will also have the opportunity to visit the European Laboratory for Particle Physics in CERN, Switzerland.

Note: Physics A-level should be taken with Mathematics A-level.

Future Prospects:

Physics can lead to careers such as Engineering, Astrophysics and Meteorology. It is a highly desirable A-level for a great range of degree courses.

Science BTECH

Examination Board: AQA

Course Leader: Ms R Dickinson

Entry Requirements: Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 6 or above. Core and Additional Science at Grade 6 or above and Mathematics at Grade 5 or above.

Course Content:

You will develop a set of skills including practical, comprehensive, evaluative and statistical, all within the framework of the most elegant and fascinating subject content. Biology is an extremely complex yet simple subject where key ideas have multi-layered facets. We range from looking at the structure and function of tiny organelles within cells to the dynamics governing whole ecosystems.

Biology A-level is challenging and rewarding and you will be amazed at the progress you will make over the course of two years. Our dedicated team of teachers will offer you both support and inspiration to allow you to develop skills you will be proud of.

Future prospects:

Biology is an essential component for any degree involving the Biological Sciences. It is also recommended for any medical or healthcare-related degree.