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08/03/24

It was an honour to host of the Financial Times to talk about scientific careers for women👩‍🔬An informative and inspiring session for 50 of our students 🧠 pic.twitter.com/9d65FUqjXW

08/03/24

On we’re celebrating Vic Bulter 🙌 Teacher ➡️ SENCO ➡️ Assistant Principal and Executive SENCO at Mark Hall Academy 💙 and BMAT STEM Academy 💜#IWD2024 pic.twitter.com/CGyFarKogw

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27/11/23

🏀 Our basketball team are heading to the county finals!We're proud of our team, who defended their Harlow title. On to the next round, where we contend to be Essex Champions.Students have shown an interest in our A-Level sports course, an exciting development to our provision. pic.twitter.com/tDi2HZ8xWR

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10/10/23

🟢 OPEN EVENING FOR YEAR 10 SEPTEMBER 2024 ADMISSIONS🟢 We're looking forward to welcoming prospective students and families to BMAT STEM Academy on Thursday 12th October. 🟢 Applications for places in Year 10 can be made using this form: https://t.co/njwSuoFip2 pic.twitter.com/PG7ac7XgI1

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20/09/23

OPEN EVENING FOR YEAR 10 SEPTEMBER 2024 ADMISSIONSWe're looking forward to welcoming prospective students and families to BMAT STEM Academy on Thursday 12th October. Applications for places in Year 10 can be made using this form: https://t.co/wyAIO5Y1Zs pic.twitter.com/JMoJxEcFC7

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25/08/23

"I am happy with my results. I didn't think I would do as well as I have. The school has been really supportive in getting me here."Congratulations to Scarlett, who will be studying 3D design, statistics, English literature and either maths or biology.https://t.co/NsHx4oMIQl pic.twitter.com/JWSgJWwgk8

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24/08/23

"We are delighted our students have achieved excellent results in their GCSEs which have put them in a very strong position." - Dave Ramsey, Head of CentreWell done to all students collecting their #GCSEResultshttps://t.co/1jzV2pBH80 pic.twitter.com/DcU21JeGVa

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18/08/23

"Neila has been really happy here. The school has been really good."Mr Ramsey, the head, went out of his way to help Neila and to give her his support."Congratulations to Neila, who is going to to study interior architecture.https://t.co/oZORWWvaqh pic.twitter.com/gyiDY6tztL

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18/08/23

"My results are better than I was hoping for. It was quite nerve-racking waiting for them."Congratulations to Owen, who has secured his engineering apprenticeship with TClarke.https://t.co/oZORWWvaqh pic.twitter.com/97eymwEuTh

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18/08/23

"The teachers have been wonderfully supportive of George, both academically and personally."It is definitely a school I would recommend."Congratulations to George, who is going on to to study physics.https://t.co/YaToBmiOgm pic.twitter.com/Qr2tt7hKWF

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17/08/23

“We would like to thank all of our parents and families, teachers and, most importantly, students who have worked so hard to get to where they are now. We look forward to hearing all about their future successes.” - Dave Ramsey, head of centrehttps://t.co/KYY5AdkwKu pic.twitter.com/dxsJgNYwh0

17/07/23

It’s been such a pleasure hosting you and the team and . We welcome any of our sponsors to use our facilities to thank you for the amazing support you give to our learners.

17/07/23

We are here today at with colleagues from and for something called Project Team Readiness. This is where we come together ahead of tomorrow’s official Electronic Health Record (EHR) project launch pic.twitter.com/h7mRnIWb9q

17/07/23

FREE summer activities for 11-16yr olds Book in now for a summer of music and fun https://t.co/RtSxayzzAa pic.twitter.com/UNugsJE2Qd

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17/07/23

We are here today at with colleagues from and for something called Project Team Readiness. This is where we come together ahead of tomorrow’s official Electronic Health Record (EHR) project launch pic.twitter.com/h7mRnIWb9q

14/07/23

Thank you so much to colleagues in Electronic Biomedical Engineering (EBME) and Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for hosting students for their work experience. They had amazing time and their feedback was really positive 😁👏👏👏 pic.twitter.com/MOL7aXDnzp

14/07/23

The student’s presentations today were excellent. Their learning and recommendations for quality improvement were impressive to see. Thank you Fleur, Neo and Deniz for engaging with your work experience so positively and professionally 😁👍 https://t.co/4yyeX9rC26 pic.twitter.com/QzTNYarv1Q

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14/07/23

The student’s presentations today were excellent. Their learning and recommendations for quality improvement were impressive to see. Thank you Fleur, Neo and Deniz for engaging with your work experience so positively and professionally 😁👍 https://t.co/4yyeX9rC26 pic.twitter.com/QzTNYarv1Q

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14/07/23

Thank you so much to colleagues in Electronic Biomedical Engineering (EBME) and Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for hosting students for their work experience. They had amazing time and their feedback was really positive 😁👏👏👏 pic.twitter.com/MOL7aXDnzp

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14/07/23

FREE summer activities for 11-16yr olds Book in now for a summer of music and fun https://t.co/RtSxayzzAa pic.twitter.com/UNugsJE2Qd

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Chemistry A Level

What is A Level Chemistry all about?

Chemistry is, in the simplest terms, the science of substances and how they change.  It is a highly practical subject with significant teaching time spent in the lab performing experiments, developing both knowledge and scientific skills.

Over a 2 year period, students study four areas of Chemistry namely Physical, Organic, Inorganic and Analytical chemistry. The course enables students to pursue a broad range of careers and university degrees.  

Students might find a career working for pharmaceutical or metallurgical companies, or providing analysis for commercial laboratories. The criminal justice system needs chemistry graduates to work as forensic scientists, providing evidence for the courts using state-of-the-art techniques. The healthcare system needs Doctors, Nurses, Dentists, Psychiatrists, Biochemists, Pharmacists, Pharmacologists, Research Scientists and Toxicologist.

Outside of the lab there are many opportunities for chemists. Graduates can become consultants in fields like the environment and sustainability, offering insights into how organisations should adhere to environmental regulations. Chemistry also gives students the scientific insight to pursue careers like becoming a patent attorney. 

The Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in Chemistry consists of three externally examined papers and the Science Practical Endorsement. Students are expected to carry out the sixteen core practical experiments that are identified in the topics.

Assessment :

Paper 1: Advanced Inorganic and Physical Chemistry

This paper will examine the following topics. The topics marked with an * are taught in the first year

  • Topic 1*: Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table
  • Topic 2*: Bonding and Structure
  • Topic 3*: Redox I
  • Topic 4*: Inorganic Chemistry and the Periodic Table
  • Topic 5*: Formulae, Equations and Amounts of Substance
  • Topic 8*: Energetics I
  • Topic 10*: Equilibrium I
  • Topic 11: Equilibrium II
  • Topic 12: Acid-base Equilibria
  • Topic 13: Energetics II
  • Topic 14: Redox II
  • Topic 15: Transition Metals

Paper 2: Advanced Organic and Physical Chemistry

This paper will examine the following topics. The topics marked with an * are taught in the first year

  • Topic 2*: Bonding and Structure
  • Topic 3*: Redox I
  • Topic 5*: Formulae, Equations and Amounts of Substance
  • Topic 6*: Organic Chemistry I
  • Topic 7*: Modern Analytical Techniques I
  • Topic 9*: Kinetics I
  • Topic 16: Kinetics II
  • Topic 17: Organic Chemistry II
  • Topic 18: Organic Chemistry III
  • Topic 19: Modern Analytical Techniques II

Paper 3: General and Practical Principles in Chemistry

*Questions in this paper may draw on any of the topics in this specification. The paper will include questions that assess understanding of the experimental methods (practical skills) that will draw on students’ experiences of the core practicals.

Chemistry A Level Entry Requirements

Grade 6 in Chemistry or 2 x Grade 6 in Combined Science.

Grade 6 in Maths

Examination Board: AQA

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