The A Level Chemistry Online course with Learn Now follows the CIE (9701) specification and is equivalent to the qualification you would achieve if attending mainstream college. Once completed, you will obtain UCAS points which will support progression to university in degrees such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Science and Medicine.
This course would suit adult learners returning to education, students resitting exams or studying alongside other commitments, and learners looking to be accepted into University.
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This International A Level Chemistry Course with Cambridge builds on the skills acquired at Cambridge IGCSE (or equivalent) level. The syllabus includes the main theoretical concepts which are fundamental to the subject, a section on some current applications of chemistry, and a strong emphasis on advanced practical skills. Practical skills are assessed in a timetabled practical examination.
The emphasis throughout is on the understanding of concepts and the application of chemistry ideas in novel contexts as well as on the acquisition of knowledge. The course encourages creative thinking and problem-solving skills which are transferable to any future career path. Cambridge International AS and A Level Chemistry is ideal for students who want to study chemistry or a wide variety of related subjects at university or to follow a career in science.
The Full A Level has four modules you will need to cover which are split into IAS and IA2. The IAS Level has two modules and all of these are listed below.
For physical chemistry, you will gain an understanding of why substances react, how fast they react and how their structure affects their properties. The topic will combine theory, maths and experiments to help give you a better understanding of chemistry.
For this section you will study elements and their compounds along with patterns in the periodic table. You will also cover industrial and environmental applications.
Organic chemistry will cover compounds containing carbon. You will learn how they are structured, react and how they can be made or broken down. You will cover techniques and methods used to identify carbon-based compounds along with figuring out what elements and functional groups are present, the molecular structure and the purity of the samples.
In IAS, you will gain an understanding of atoms, bonding, states of matter and basic reactions. This topic will go into more depth and teach you how reactions occur, how fast and how energy is involved.
For IA2 Inorganic Chemistry you will go deeper into group 2. You will learn more about how their properties change as you go down the group and their applications. You will study transition elements which behave differently from group 2 elements. This topic will also focus on advanced chemistry concepts involving transition metals.
This topic leads on from IAS Organic Chemistry but covers organic synthesis too. The analytical techniques is more details with more focus on interpreting data.
Studying A Level Chemistry with CIE allows you to progress onto an International University. Students in the past have progressed onto the following degree courses:-
• Chemistry • Biology • Pre-clinical medicine
• Mathematics • Pharmacology
There are no previous entry requirements for this course, however students are expected to have a reasonable standard of literacy.
You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 24 months from initial registration with the full support of your Tutor.
Our Enrolment fee for this course is noted at the top of this page where you can enrol directly onto the course. This fee includes access to your course including tutor support for 2 years.
Our enrolment fee includes:
The only other fee you will need to pay is for your exams which is due approximately six months prior and this will be paid directly to the exam centre.
Students will be required to arrange and pay for their examinations/practicals at CIE approved centre. We can provide an extensive list of these centres for you.
A Level Exams
There are five exams for the full A Level qualification.
AS Level Exams
There are three exams for the AS Level qualification.
For Cambridge International AS & A Level Chemistry, learners can:
take Papers 1, 2 and 3 only (for the Cambridge International IAS Level qualification) or
follow a staged assessment route by taking Papers 1, 2 and 3 (for the Cambridge International IAS Level qualification) in one series, then Papers 4 and 5 (for the Cambridge International A Level qualification) in a later series or
take Papers 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 in the same examination series, leading to the full Cambridge International A Level.
Practical Assessment
Experimental skills will be assessed in Paper 3 and Paper 5.
In each of these papers, the questions may be based on chemistry not included in the syllabus content, but students will be assessed on their practical skills rather than their knowledge of theory. Throughout the course, you will cover practical scenarios in preparation for your exams. Where appropriate, students will be told exactly what to do and how to do it. Students will need to ensure that their chosen centre are able to provide them with the practical examinations. Click here for more information regarding the practical examinations.
On successful completion of all your exams for the A Level Chemistry Online Course, you will be awarded one of the following qualifications:
International A Level in Chemistry with CIE | International AS Level in Chemistry with CIE
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Chemistry is seen by some as more demanding than humanities subjects due to the content and calculations. Some will say it is slightly easier than physics. If you enjoy science, problem-solving and logical thinking, you will find chemistry enjoyable. The subject connects you to real-life things such as medicines, the environment and technology which can help motivate learners.
You will not be required to purchase any books with this course. We automatically include logins to our online e-Library which includes access to following eBook(s):
Cambridge International AS & A Level Chemistry – Ryan Lawrie (Cambridge Press)
Not see the book you are looking for? Ask us and we will let you know if we have it!
A Level Biology – For pathways to Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science or Biomedical Sciences, Biology is normally required too.
A level Physics and Mathematics – If you are looking to progress into Engineering, Chemistry or Physics, we would recommend combining Physics and Maths with Chemistry.
Cambridge International A Level Chemistry can be taken outside the UK as well as within the UK. Cambridge provide global recognition for their A Level qualifications and are recognised by universities.
At the end of this course you will receive an Internationally recognised qualification which will allow you to apply a university situated anywhere in the world.
AS and A levels are standalone qualifications, however the Full A Level carries more UCAS points than the AS Level. It also requires more study hours as follows:
You will see the difference in the content above under ‘syllabus’ but you can also refer to our article on ‘what is as level’ for more information.
You will receive access and support for two years, however you can complete it much sooner if you want to. Exams for this subject fall in May/June and October/November each year and therefore you are able to choose which exam sitting you want to apply for. We have more information on exam timetables here.
