Maths Skills for A Level Chemistry On-Demand Course – Online

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Course Description

This on-demand course equips students with the mathematical skills essential for success in AQA and OCR Chemistry A Level exams. Covering topics from uncertainty calculations to the Arrhenius equation and NMR spectroscopy, students will gain the confidence to tackle even the most challenging maths questions.

With at least 20% of marks in A Level Chemistry exams requiring maths, this course adopts a skills-based approach, developing core mathematical abilities before applying them in a chemistry context. By mastering these fundamentals, students will be better prepared to approach exam questions with greater clarity and precision.

Designed for students of all ability levels, the methods taught in this course will simplify calculations and provide clear strategies for tackling complex problems. Students will finish with the confidence and skills needed to excel in their chemistry exams.

Suitable for:

  • Year 12 Students
  • Year 13 Students
  • Students who aren't taking A Level Maths
  • Students looking to cover the mathematical knowledge and skills required for their course
  • Students looking to revise the non-mathematical sections of A Level Chemistry

If you need help deciding if you will benefit from this course you can contact us. Alternatively, you may prefer to book 1-2-1 tuition instead.

Arithmetic and Numerical Computation
Base Units, Derived Units, Unit Conversions, Decimal Places, Standard Form, Constructing and Balancing Equations, Estimating, Ratios
Handling Data
Significant Figures, Percentages, Averages, Uncertainties
Algebra
Understanding Symbols, Rearranging Formulae, Powers and Exponents, Logarithms
Graphs
Shapes of Graphs, Drawing Graphs, The Gradient and Intercepts, Tangents and Rates, Interpreting and Analysing Spectra
Geometry and Trigonometry
Drawing Molecules in 3D, Bond Angles and Shapes, E/Z Isomerism, Optical Isomerism, Vectors

Arithmetic and Numerical Computation
Base Units, Derived Units, Unit Conversions, Decimal Places, Standard Form, Constructing and Balancing Equations, Estimating, Ratios
Handling Data
Significant Figures, Percentages, Averages, Uncertainties
Algebra
Understanding Symbols, Rearranging Formulae, Powers and Exponents, Logarithms
Graphs
Shapes of Graphs, Drawing Graphs, The Gradient and Intercepts, Tangents and Rates, Interpreting and Analysing Spectra
Geometry and Trigonometry
Drawing Molecules in 3D, Bond Angles and Shapes, E/Z Isomerism, Optical Isomerism, Vectors

Our Tutors

This on-demand course has been meticulously crafted in collaboration with one of our expert Chemistry course tutors. As a qualified teacher and examiner, she brings extensive experience in identifying the common challenges students face with maths in chemistry.

Cindy D.

Cindy D.

Cindy is an undergraduate student at University College London (UCL), studying Natural Sciences, a degree that combines her interests in chemistry and neuroscience. As a top-performing A Level student, Cindy achieved A*A*A*, excelling in Chemistry and Biology.

Alongside her studies, Cindy works for PMT Education as a Resource Creator and Student Interviewer. She also completed a Summer Internship with them, where she gained experience in developing high-quality educational materials to support students.

Shehla R.

Shehla R.

Shehla has more than 18 years of experience in the field of education. Her journey began as a tutor at a local secondary school while pursuing her university studies. After completing her degree and PGCE, she transitioned to mainstream schools in Birmingham. Today, Shehla is Lead Practitioner in her school and holds TEEP Level 3 training, highlighting her expertise in teaching and learning methodologies. Her commitment to understanding the intricacies of student learning is evident in her master’s degree research, which focused on how students learn and ways to improve information retrieval for assessments.

Shehla takes a meticulous approach to tutoring. She gauges her students’ knowledge and understanding through worked examples and links to the curriculum specification, ensuring they have a solid foundation before moving on to the nuances of exam technique.

Molly W.

Molly W.

With a first-class honors degree in Biology from the University of St. Andrews, Molly brings a solid foundation of academic excellence to our team. She started her journey with PMT as a resource creator where she crafted revision resources for GCSE and A Level students. During her summers while at university, she interned with us, taking charge of the development of our resource video creation.

Now a valued full-time member of our team, Molly’s passion for biology shines through in every aspect of her work. Her experience in creating comprehensive revision materials, combined with her dedication to education, ensures that our course is carefully designed to support students on their learning journey.

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Practise what has been learnt with past exam questions, to gauge strengths and room for improvement.

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