AQA A-Level Chemistry
AQA A-level Chemistry (7405) explains the behaviour of substances through atomic structure, bonding, energy and reaction mechanisms. Students combine chemical reasoning with quantitative analysis and practical investigation.
Explore AQA A-level Chemistry
Open the 7405 syllabus to browse its topics and specification points.
Specification 7405 covers the full A-level course across physical, inorganic and organic chemistry.
What you will study
Physical chemistry includes thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibria and electrochemistry. Inorganic chemistry develops periodic trends and transition-metal chemistry. Organic chemistry covers reactions, synthesis and analytical techniques, including spectroscopy.
How assessment works
Three written papers are taken at the end of the course, each lasting 2 hours. Papers 1 and 2 each contribute 35%, and Paper 3 contributes 30%. Assessment includes practical techniques, data analysis and connections across the course.
Official course information
For the full requirements and assessment guidance, see the official specification.