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A-level Chemistry

at Bishop Heber High School, Malpas · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

A-level Chemistry is examined by three written papers at the end of year 13 covering all the work completed over the 2 years. Each paper is 2hours long. Papers 1 and 2 each consist of 105 marks of short and long answer questions and are both worth 35% of the A level. Paper 3 consists of 90 marks and is 30% of the A level. Paper 1 assesses Physical and Inorganic Chemistry, Paper 2 assesses Physical and Organic Chemistry. Both papers assess relevant practical skills. Paper 3 assesses practical technique and data analysis, all topics across the specification and includes 30 multiple choice questions. Students are required to carry out a minimum of 12 practicals over years 12 and 13.

What you need to get on

5 Grade 4 or above at GCSE including Maths and English Language plus grade 6 at Higher Tier in Science

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Bishop Heber High School

    Chester Road, Malpas, SY14 8JD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Malpas

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