A level Chemistry
at The Canterbury Academy, Canterbury · school or sixth form
What the college says
Chemistry studies the substances that make both us and the things that surround us. The clothes we wear, the homes in which we live and the cars that we drive would not exist without chemists. The study of chemistry gives you the opportunity to develop a wide range of key skills, including oral and written communication, working in teams, problem solving and the use of IT. Chemistry is a very challenging subject but it can also be exciting, stimulating and enjoyable.
What you need to get on
Grade 6 or higher in GCSE Chemistry 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
The Canterbury Academy
Knight Avenue, Canterbury, CT2 8QA
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Canterbury
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