Chemistry
A LEVEL
This is a challenging A Level which you are strongly advised to research well before choosing as one of your subject options.
Chemical reactions are everywhere from breathing, baking a cake, driving a car to using a mobile phone. Chemistry is concerned with all aspects of materials, their physical and chemical properties, their composition and structure, their synthesis and use in the 21st century.
A Level Chemistry studies the material world, and through chemistry we can describe and explain questions such as: "what happens when sugar dissolves in tea?"; "why is mercury a liquid at room temperature?"; "how do we make plastics?"; "what can we do about global warming?"; "how and why will I be affected if oil runs out?".
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Key topics
foundations in Chemistry
periodic table and energy
organic Chemistry and analysis
physical Chemistry and transition elements
You will
complete a unit that bridges GCSE and A Level, to ensure you have the necessary basic understanding
develop your practical skills within an academic laboratory
attend lectures and conferences
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A minimum of 5 GCSEs (average score of 6)
These must include:
English Language at grade 5
Maths at grade 6
Chemistry or Combined Science at grade 6 or 66
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Assessment methods include:
Combination of exams and controlled assessment
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This course can be taken as part of an A Level programme.
If you wish to study medicine, dentistry, optometry, physiotherapy or other medicine-related degrees at university, you will need a high grade at A Level Chemistry.
We recommend that students choose three A Levels or a combination of Level 3 Extended Certificates and A Levels. Depending on your GCSE grades and long-term destination, some students may be able to take up to four A Levels.
If you are planning on progressing to university, the majority of university courses do not require specific subjects. Most universities prefer that you are able to demonstrate skills and competence via the successful completion of related courses. Therefore we recommend that the most important thing when choosing course combinations is that you choose a range of subjects that your enjoy and excel in.
We do not recommend that your take two courses that are similar to each other in content.
Some courses and universities require that you take specific A Levels for entry onto their courses. Please visit: UCAS.com and explore individual university entry requirements for more information.
If you are planning on studying Medicine, Veterinary Science, Dentistry or other competitive science based courses, most universities require you to take Biology, Chemistry and either Maths, Statistics or Physics.
If you want more information on choosing your A Levels, please speak to your schools career advisor or chat to us at any of our careers or open day events.
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Mathematical and scientific ability is not just something people are born with, it can be learned and developed through practice, much like all other subjects.
You will be taught by experienced mathematicians, scientists and engineering specialists who teach in a fun and interactive way, helping you to develop your skills and increase your mental stamina.
EXCELLENT RESULTS
Our students receive successful offers from Russell Group universities, including Oxford and Cambridge. Students pursue careers in Medicine, Pharmacology, Dentistry, Natural Sciences, Biochemistry, Maths, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Economics, Software Engineering and much more.
UNIQUE LINKS AND PARTNERSHIPS
Wadham College, Oxford University
King’s College University
University College London
Uptree Finance Workshops for Maths students
Royal Society
INTELLECTUAL CHALLENGE
well equipped and modern labs
modern teaching environments
enthusiastic, well-qualified teachers
we are leading the field of individual target setting which ensures all students reach their potential
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Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college.
We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.
Our specialist teams can help with:
Learning difficulties
Physical and sensory disabilities
Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD, Aspergers or other specific learning difficulties
Mental health, counselling and wellbeing
Exam access arrangements
Money, finance and bursary advice
Careers advice, job and university applications
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Chemistry A Level is a highly respected A Level, with its broad variety of tested skills, and it is a good choice for many degrees and careers. Chemistry has been described as the ‘central science’ and is often combined with either physics or biology. It is a compulsory choice for anyone wishing to pursue medicine, dentistry and veterinary science, as well as chemistry-based degrees, such as pharmacy, pharmacology, and biochemistry.
If you wish to study medicine, dentistry, optometry, physiotherapy or other medicine-related degrees at university, you will need a high grade at A Level Chemistry.
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The Complete University Guide give university rankings each year. If you are planning on progressing to university, find out which universities are ranked most highly for Chemistry.