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Chemistry A Level [Y1]

at East Sussex College Group, EASTBOURNE · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2025see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

A-Level Chemistry builds on chemical concepts from GCSE. On this course you will develop essential knowledge and understanding of different Chemistry topics and how they interrelate. You will study topics including atomic structure, electrons and bonding, the periodic table, organic chemistry, modern analytical techniques, energy and resources. Over the course you will deepen understanding of how science works; appreciate how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how science affects the economy, environment and society; develop safe and effective practical skills of manipulating lab equipment, handling chemicals, observation, analysis and evaluation; develop your enthusiasm for chemistry and prepare for further study and careers in chemistry and the sciences.

What you need to get on

A GCSE grade 5 in Maths, Combined Science 66 or Chemistry grade 6.

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

  • Eastbourne Campus

    Ecat House, Cross Levels Way, Eastbourne, BN21 2UF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 8 September 2026 · Eastbourne
  • 7 September 2027 · Eastbourne

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