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A Level Chemistry

at Seaford Head School, Seaford · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The course is divided into topics, each covering different key concepts of chemistry. The teaching of practical skills is integrated with theoretical topics and they are assessed through written papers and a Practical Endorsement. What are the benefits of taking this course? Chemists have greatly improved the quality of life for the majority of people. This A Level course is intended to provide a solid platform for a variety of possible careers. These include careers in health and clinical professions, such as medicine, nursing, biochemistry, dentistry or forensic science. It will also equip you for a career in industry, for example in the petrochemical or pharmaceutical industries. What you may not know about chemists... new molecules are not discovered by pharmacists but by chemists working in a laboratory. Research chemists discover new products and processes. Chemistry uses so many important skills that will be needed in any profession. What could I go on to next? An A Level in chemistry provides an ideal route into a number of careers, as mentioned above. It would also be compatible with all manner of degree courses such as chemical engineering, medicine, forensic sciences and many, many more.

What you need to get on

GCSE Grade 66 in Combined Science or grades 666 in separate Sciences and grade 6 in GCSE 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

  • Seaford Head School 6th Form Centre

    Steyne Road, Seaford, BN25 1AL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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