Chemistry
at Clitheroe Royal Grammar School, Clitheroe · school or sixth form
What the college says
Chemistry is involved in all parts of our lives in ways that we don’t always appreciate. It helps to explain and enhance the material world that we live in. Studying Chemistry allows you to delve deeper into the behaviour of organic molecules, to see how simple medicines like aspirin can be synthesised and learn more about how plastics are made. You get to study molecules that are the building blocks of life. Studying Chemistry is the subject for you if you are looking for answers, explanations and like to solve problems.
What you need to get on
A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 6 with at least a grade 6 in Mathematics and grade 4 in English Language. Plus EITHER grade 6 in GCSE Core Science and grade 6 in GCSE Additional Science (not Applied) OR grade 6 in GCSE Chemistry
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
Clitheroe Royal Grammar School
Sixth Form York Street, Clitheroe, BB7 2DJ
DaytimeClassroom basedCheck the journey
Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · Clitheroe
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