A Level Chemistry

Science and Mathematics

We are only accepting one application per candidate.

What will you be working towards?

Alternative Title	Chemistry
Code	CH2A23S
Qualification Type	GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Qualification Level	Level 3

Overview

Explore the world at the atomic level. If your future lies in molecular engineering, synthesising the next aspirin, or even law, Chemistry is the course for you. You’ll develop your lab skills alongside your theoretical knowledge and have the chance to join our Chemistry Olympiad team.

Details

• Builds upon topics previously studied at GCSE including Organic Chemistry, rates, reversible reactions and mole calculations

• In this course you will use your mathematical skills to solve problems and your imagination to understand how molecules interact and why they react together

How will it be delivered?

100% examination

Entry requirements

General entry criteria apply plus Science/Maths GCSEs: Grade 6 in GCSE Maths and Chemistry or Grade 6/6/6 in GCSE Maths and Combined Science. Grades 5/6/6 or 5/6/6/6 in these subjects will be considered where GCSE average score is above 6.5. Studying another A level science and/or Maths alongside Chemistry is highly recommended.

Your next steps...

A range of career and apprenticeship opportunities are open to A level chemistry students including chemical, manufacturing and pharmaceutical industries and in areas such as forensics, environmental protection and healthcare. The problem solving skills are useful for many other areas, too, such as law and finance.