A Level Chemistry
at The City of Liverpool College, Liverpool · college
What the college says
A Level Chemistry gives students a solid grounding in foundation chemistry. The course introduces the chemical reactivity of atoms and molecules, which provides a detailed understanding of their structures. We will also explore the development and use of periodic tables. The Practical Skills Assignments (PSA) part of the course allows you to gain credit towards your qualification for work done in routine class practicals. Among the number of benefits gained from studying this programme, you can expect to: • Gain hands-on practical skills and data analysis skills • Appreciate how science works and its relevance beyond the laboratory • Develop an enthusiasm for Chemistry • Demonstrate a synoptic understanding • Study Chemistry in a contemporary context This is studied as a two-year A Level programme alongside two other A Levels to make a full time study programme. The course is externally assessed.
What you need to get on
The most important entry requirement is that you are committed and determined to do well. You need to achieve a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, with at least 2 at Grade 5. These must include Maths and English. To study this particular A level, you need to achieve Grade 6 in GCSE Sciences and Maths
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
Clarence Street
Clarence Street, LIVERPOOL, L3 5TP
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Start dates
- 8 September 2026 · LIVERPOOL
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