A-Level Chemistry
at Carmel College, St. Helens · college
What the college says
A Level Chemistry includes regular practical sessions. These sessions will help to develop your chemical techniques as well as your laboratory skills. These will also be invaluable for future science-related careers. Practical sessions are closely linked to the theory taught in lessons. This proves an effective way of developing your grasp of the theoretical concepts covered. As well as being important in its own right, this A Level Chemistry is an essential requirement for medicine, dentistry and veterinary science.
What you need to get on
Students should be aged 16 to 18 years old. You will need in grade 5 in GCSE Chemistry or 55 in Combined Science plus grade 5 in GCSE Maths and grade 4 in GCSE English Language.
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
CARMEL COLLEGE
Prescot Road, ST. HELENS, WA10 3AG
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · ST. HELENS
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