Course Summary

Chemistry is an important and exciting subject which is widely accepted as an excellent foundation for the world of work and higher education. This A-level complements many other subjects and is invaluable for higher level qualifications in fields such as medicine and pharmacy.

Entry requirements

You will need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including English Language at grade 5 (C/B) and Maths at grade 5 (C/B).

In addition, you should have GCSE Combined Science at grade 6,6 or above.  If you have taken Triple Science, then Chemistry must be at grade 6, with the other two sciences at grade 4.

A recent school report will be required which demonstrates a committed attitude to learning.

It is assumed that students enrol on a two-year A-level programme of study consisting of three or more subjects. However, students will be expected to demonstrate a committed attitude to learning and make positive progress in their first year of study.

Course Content

This A-level course involves the study of the following six modules and completion of a practical endorsement:

1. Development of practical skills in chemistry
2. Foundations in chemistry
3. Periodic table and energy
4. Core organic chemistry
5. Physical chemistry
6. Organic chemistry and analysis

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed via three written papers at the end of the second year. Two of the three exams will be 2 hours 15 minutes, the other 1.5 hours. Your practical skills will be assessed in the written papers and through the practical endorsement.

Are there any additional costs or specialist equipment required?

No

What can I do after this course?

You can consider taking your study ambitions to the next level with a higher education course, choosing from a wide range of science-related degrees.

Note - you only need to make one application for A-levels. You can specify the additional A-Levels you wish to study when you fill out the application form

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