Chemistry
at Upton-By-Chester High School, Chester · school or sixth form
What the college says
A-level Chemistry is a rigorous, challenging and ultimately rewarding course that develops students' scientific skills and knowledge. The traditional Chemistry course has been updated to include a range of contemporary issues and exciting experiments. Students studying Chemistry have a raft of transferable skills which opens up a wide range of career opportunities such as forensic science, medicine, biochemistry, dentistry, nursing or pharmacy. It will equip you for a career in industry such as engineering or in scientific research.
What you need to get on
5 9-4 including GCSE ‘6’ in Mathematics and GCSE '6' in Combined Science or 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
Upton-by-Chester High School
ST. JAMES AVENUE UPTON, CHESTER, CH2 1NN
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · CHESTER
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