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AQA Level 3 Advanced GCE in Chemistry

at Cowley International College, St. Helens · college

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionNeeds attention2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

From making a cup of tea to charging a mobile phone, Chemistry is involved in everything we do. Chemistry is at the forefront of advances in designing new materials, energy use, drug development and technology - pretty much every aspect of life.

What you need to get on

5 GCSEs or equivalent, grade 9 - 4, including Maths and English Language. In addition a grade 6 -6 or above in Combined Science or a grade 6 or above in GCSE Chemistry is required. Due to the Mathematical content, students are required to achieve a minimum grade 6 in GCSE Maths, and students who are not sitting Maths A-level should undertake a Core Maths element in their timetable.

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

  • Cowley International College

    Hard Lane, St Helens, WA10 6LB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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