What you will learn
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Unit 1 - Structure of the atom and bonding
- Fundamental particles
- Mass number and isotopes
- Electron configuration
- Bonding and physical properties
- Forces between molecules
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Unit 2 - Chemical reactions and calculations
- Relative atomic mass and relative molecular mass
- The mole and the Avogadro Constant
- The ideal gas equation
- Empirical and molecular formula
- Balanced equations and associated calculations
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Unit 3 - Rate of reaction and energy changes in chemical reactions
- Collision theory
- Maxwell-Boltzmann distribution
- Effect of temperature on reaction rate
- Effect of concentration and pressure
- Catalysts
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Unit 4 - Chemical reactions in equilibria
- Le Chatelier’s principle
- Equilibrium constant (Kc and Kp)
- Bronsted-Lowry acid-base equilibria in aqueous solutions
- Definition and determination of pH
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Unit 5 - Redox reactions and electrochemical cells
- Oxidation, reduction and redox equations
- Electrode potentials and cells
- Commercial applications of electrochemical cells
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Unit 6 - Inorganic chemistry
- Periodicity
- Group 2, the alkaline earth metals
- Group 7(17), the halogens
- Properties of Period 3 elements and their oxides
- Transition metals
- Reactions of ions in aqueous solutions
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Unit 7 - Organic chemistry part one
- Nomenclature
- Reaction mechanisms
- Isomerism
- Alkanes
- Halogenoalkanes
- Alcohols
- Organic analysis
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Unit 8 - Organic chemistry part two
- Optical isomerism
- Aldehydes and ketones
- Carboxylic acids and derivatives
- Aromatic chemistry
- Amines
- Polymers
- Amino acids, proteins and DNA
- Organic synthesis
- Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy
- Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy
- Chromatography
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Preparing for the examinations
Awarding Body
As a leading distance learning provider, our courses are accredited by the main UK awarding bodies and recognised by UCAS, the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service. By completing our online A-Level Chemistry course, you will receive up to 56 UCAS points, which are used as part of university applications, and issued by AQA.
Course Outcome
Upon successful completion of this A-level Chemistry distance learning UK course, you will receive the qualification: A-level Chemistry, issued by AQA. Your certificate is identical to those issued to students at any other school, college or university.
How is this course assessed or examined?
You’ll be required to complete three standard AQA A-level Chemistry written exams:
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- Paper 1: 2 hours, 35% of A-level, 105 marks.
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- Paper 2: 2 hours, 35% of A-level, 105 marks.
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- Paper 3: 2 hours, 30% of A-level, 90 marks.
These exams contain a mixture of short and long answer questions and extended response questions.
Entry requirements
GCSE Science (double award) or GCSE Chemistry (minimum grade 4 – the equivalent to a grade C) and GCSE Maths or equivalent are recommended for this Chemistry A-level course. It is a difficulty level three: the equivalent difficulty of an A-level or BTEC, usually suitable for most learners of all ages.
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for adult learners who may be looking to get back into studying for a particular career, or those looking to enhance their problem-solving skills. Studying online means you will be able to fit learning around your other commitments or during the evening.
Distance learning also enables you to learn at your own pace, from the comfort of your home, or wherever you feel most productive. All you need is an Internet connection.
Past Papers
You can access past papers for this course. They are free to access and cover a range of exam boards.
