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A Level Chemistry

at Hillcrest School And Sixth Form Centre, Birmingham · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The aims of the course are to develop scientific enquiry and expertise in the field of Chemistry. You will study, in detail, the chemistry required to be able to explain ideas such as why ice is less dense than water to why some chemicals are reactive whilst others are not. There is a great deal of practical work and calculations, so having an eye for detail is of benefit as is mathematical ability.

What you need to get on

5 GSCE at grade 9-5. Maths at grade '6' and at least '6' grades are required in Core / Additional 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

  • Hillcrest School and Sixth Form Centre

    Stonehouse Lane, Birmingham, B32 3AE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 4 September 2026 · Birmingham

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