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Chemistry

at Downend School, Bristol · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Do you find science interesting and enjoyable? With A Level chemistry you can develop your understanding and open lots of unexpected career options. You will learn about the fundamentals of advanced chemistry whilst keeping context and application at the core of your learning. The course will focus heavily on practical and problem solving skills. Chemistry opens the door to a wide variety of careers, ranging from medicine, veterinary sciences to pharmaceuticals and chemical engineering.

What you need to get on

Grade 6 in Chemistry or Grade 6-6 in Combined Science Grade 6 in Mathematics Grade 5 in English Language

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

  • Downend School

    Westerleigh Road Downend, Bristol, BS16 6XA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Bristol

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