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Chemistry

at Ribston Hall High School, Gloucester · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This specification is intended to follow on directly from GCSE and allows students to explore further those topics they have encountered with their KS4 programme of study. There is plenty of opportunity to carry out practical work and the Department is well equipped for this. Students enjoy a range of additional activities, trips and lectures to supplement the core curriculum and all are invited to take part in the Senior Chemistry Society.Chemistry, like all Sciences, is a practical subject. Throughout the course students will carry out practical activities including:?Measuring energy changes in chemical reactions?Tests for identifying different types of compound?Different methods for measuring rate of reaction?Studying electrochemical cells?Preparation of organic solids and liquids?An advanced form of chromatography for more accurate results.

What you need to get on

GCSE Grade 7 or above in Chemistry (Triple Science) and Grade 6 in Mathematics or Grade 7-7 in Combined Science and Grade 6 in Mathematics

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

  • Ribston Hall High School

    Stroud Road, Gloucester, GL1 5LE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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