Chemistry - A LevelHead of Department: Nick Everett

Email: nick.everett@qmc.ac.uk

Fact File• Two year linear A Level Course (OCR Chemistry, spec B – Salters)• 100% Examined (plus a practical endorsement)• Chemistry is essential for Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Dentistry and related subjects• Lots of enrichment opportunities, competitions, talks and trips• Taught in state of the art laboratories• A facilitating subject that is respected by both universities and employers

Course SummaryChemistry is a fascinating subject that greatly impacts almost every aspect of modern society and continues to revolutionise the way we live. Starting with the idea of sub-atomic particles, Chemistry develops an understanding of how things around us – and inside us – work at a molecular level. This allows the design and production of medicines, fuels, sophisticated materials, and cosmetics. It also allows us to understand how processes in the atmosphere, oceans, soil, and our own bodies function. Modern chemists take a leading role in providing the solutions for tomorrow’s needs, whether in terms of energy demands, food production, environmental protection, or just a really beautiful new shade of green for dying fabric!

Specific entry requirementsTo ensure you have the best possible chance of success in Chemistry, you are required to have obtained at least grade 6 in both GCSE Core and Additional Science, a grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics and 5 or better in GCSE English. If you have studied the three sciences separately at GCSE you should have obtained at least a 6 grade in Chemistry and one of the other sciences.

Progression skills and opportunitiesChemists develop a deep understanding of scientific principles, combined with the ability to solve ‘real world’ problems, and the practical laboratory skills required for analysis, synthesis and research. Drawing conclusions from observations, using general principles to make predictions about specific contexts, interpreting data, explaining interesting phenomena, and calculating quantities of materials involved in chemical reaction will all form an important part of your growing skills.

Chemists develop strong logical, numerical, problem solving skills that will make you an attractive prospect for many different employers from a variety of different industries. The range of careers specifically based around Chemistry are too numerous to list, but a Chemistry degree is also a very effective route into surprising careers such as law, accountancy, banking and management.

How is the course assessed?The new linear A Level Chemistry course will be assessed by your performance in three exams at the end of the second year. These exams are synoptic and between them, will cover all the elements from the entire two years of study. Papers one and two are both 2 hours 15 minutes long and contribute 41% & 37% respectively to your final A level grade. The third paper is 1 hour 30 minutes long and will test your understanding of practical skills in Chemistry: this will contribute the final 22%. There is no longer any coursework that contributes to your final A Level grade: the final grade will purely depend upon your examination performance. Practical work will still form an integral part of the course, but a separate ‘practical endorsement’ will provide evidence of your successful development of laboratory skills. PASS or FAIL will be added to the final certificate.

What topics will I be studying?1. Elements of life The elements and compounds in the human body, the earth and the universe.2. Developing fuels What they consist of, how the energy is measured and the development of better fuels.3. Elements from the sea The extraction, properties and uses of halogens and their compounds.4. The ozone story Important processes occurring in the ozone layer of the atmosphere.5. What’s in a medicine? The study of medicines, using functional group chemistry and methods of analysis.6. The chemical industry How chemists use industrial processes to benefit mankind.7. Polymers and life Condensation polymers, proteins and enzymes. DNA and its use in synthesising proteins.8. Oceans The role of the oceans in dissolving substances and maintaining pH.9. Developing metals The reactions and properties of the transition metals.10. Colour by design Dyes and the use of chemistry to provide colour to order.

Will I need any specialist materials or equipment?You will need a number of course booklets, revision guides and practical equipment but everything you require will be provided as you contribute towards these as part of your course costs. Your teacher may recommend other books for study and revision but it is up to you whether you buy these or access them in the College Library.

Art, Craft and Design - A LevelHead of Department: James Fraser-Murison

Email: james.fraser-murison@qmc.ac.uk

Fact File• For students planning a career in Art and Design, the A Level course will have the necessary breadth of work for entry onto a Degree or Foundation degree in Art and Design.• Some students study a one year full-time Art and Design Foundation course before progressing to degree level. A few students go directly into work related areas. Typical career options include fine art, illustration, textile design, interiors, fashion design, fashion promotion and three-dimensional design, including jewellery, costume and theatre.• Combines well with many other subjects at A level including other Art, Design or Media A levels.

Course SummaryArt, Craft & Design is a multi-disciplinary course which involves working with a wide variety of techniques and processes. In the first year, the course expands and develops students’ practical skills, knowledge and understanding of materials. Students will learn a wide variety of drawing, printmaking, craft and textile techniques and will create exciting contemporary artwork in two and three dimensions. This is deal if you want to explore processes and techniques from across the department.

During the second year the course seeks to build on the knowledge gained during the first year and develop the ability to work independently through sustained investigations, development of ideas and in depth analysis. Students will work on a variety of briefs but they will be more personally directed and in depth. The conclusion of the 2 year A level course will be for students to present two components of work in the form of a portfolio with an externally set assignment.

Specific entry requirementsIt is recommended that you have a grade 5 or above in an Art or relevant Technology subject. If this is not applicable, you should bring a small portfolio of work to your enrolment interview.

Being open to experimentation and to trying new things, as well as having a creative outlook and a willingness to work hard, is highly valued.

Chemistry - A LevelHead of Department: Nick Everett

Email: nick.everett@qmc.ac.uk

Fact File• Two year linear A Level Course (OCR Chemistry, spec B – Salters)• 100% Examined (plus a practical endorsement)• Chemistry is essential for Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Dentistry and related subjects• Lots of enrichment opportunities, competitions, talks and trips• Taught in state of the art laboratories• A facilitating subject that is respected by both universities and employers

Course SummaryChemistry is a fascinating subject that greatly impacts almost every aspect of modern society and continues to revolutionise the way we live. Starting with the idea of sub-atomic particles, Chemistry develops an understanding of how things around us – and inside us – work at a molecular level. This allows the design and production of medicines, fuels, sophisticated materials, and cosmetics. It also allows us to understand how processes in the atmosphere, oceans, soil, and our own bodies function. Modern chemists take a leading role in providing the solutions for tomorrow’s needs, whether in terms of energy demands, food production, environmental protection, or just a really beautiful new shade of green for dying fabric!

Specific entry requirementsTo ensure you have the best possible chance of success in Chemistry, you are required to have obtained at least grade 6 in both GCSE Core and Additional Science, a grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics and 5 or better in GCSE English. If you have studied the three sciences separately at GCSE you should have obtained at least a 6 grade in Chemistry and one of the other sciences.

Progression skills and opportunitiesChemists develop a deep understanding of scientific principles, combined with the ability to solve ‘real world’ problems, and the practical laboratory skills required for analysis, synthesis and research. Drawing conclusions from observations, using general principles to make predictions about specific contexts, interpreting data, explaining interesting phenomena, and calculating quantities of materials involved in chemical reaction will all form an important part of your growing skills.

Royal College of Art, London College of Fashion, Royal School of Needlework, UCA (Farnham,Epsom), UAL (Kingston, Camberwell), Manchester Metropolitan, Bournemouth, Falmouth,Brighton, Winchester and UWE (Bristol).

How is the course assessed?The course is divided into 18 Units which are all equally weighted. 9 units are completed in year 1 for the Subsidiary Diploma and 9 units in year 2 to complete the Extended Diploma which is equivalent to 3 A levels. Each unit is marked at Pass, Merit or Distinction.

What topics will I be studying?• Painting and Drawing• Printmaking• Textiles• Digital and film photography• Illustration• Typography• 3D Design• Contemporary Fine Art• Digital Art• Branding

Will I need any specialist materials or equipment?The studio fee of £125 per year covers most of the materials that students will require. Students may wish to purchase additional craft materials to develop additional skills within their area of interest. There will be the opportunity to take part in a residential trip.

Chemists develop strong logical, numerical, problem solving skills that will make you an attractive prospect for many different employers from a variety of different industries. The range of careers specifically based around Chemistry are too numerous to list, but a Chemistry degree is also a very effective route into surprising careers such as law, accountancy, banking and management.

How is the course assessed?The new linear A Level Chemistry course will be assessed by your performance in three exams at the end of the second year. These exams are synoptic and between them, will cover all the elements from the entire two years of study. Papers one and two are both 2 hours 15 minutes long and contribute 41% & 37% respectively to your final A level grade. The third paper is 1 hour 30 minutes long and will test your understanding of practical skills in Chemistry: this will contribute the final 22%. There is no longer any coursework that contributes to your final A Level grade: the final grade will purely depend upon your examination performance. Practical work will still form an integral part of the course, but a separate ‘practical endorsement’ will provide evidence of your successful development of laboratory skills. PASS or FAIL will be added to the final certificate.

What topics will I be studying?1. Elements of life The elements and compounds in the human body, the earth and the universe.2. Developing fuels What they consist of, how the energy is measured and the development of better fuels.3. Elements from the sea The extraction, properties and uses of halogens and their compounds.4. The ozone story Important processes occurring in the ozone layer of the atmosphere.5. What’s in a medicine? The study of medicines, using functional group chemistry and methods of analysis.6. The chemical industry How chemists use industrial processes to benefit mankind.7. Polymers and life Condensation polymers, proteins and enzymes. DNA and its use in synthesising proteins.8. Oceans The role of the oceans in dissolving substances and maintaining pH.9. Developing metals The reactions and properties of the transition metals.10. Colour by design Dyes and the use of chemistry to provide colour to order.

Will I need any specialist materials or equipment?You will need a number of course booklets, revision guides and practical equipment but everything you require will be provided as you contribute towards these as part of your course costs. Your teacher may recommend other books for study and revision but it is up to you whether you buy these or access them in the College Library.

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