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Chemistry

at Lutterworth College, Lutterworth · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A-level Chemistry attempts to answer the big question 'what is the world made of' and it's the search for this answer that makes this subject so fascinating. From investigating how one substance can be changed drastically into another, to researching a new wonder drug to save millions of lives, the opportunities that chemistry provides are endless. Topics covered A-level Chemistry lasts two years, with exams at the end of the second year Chemistry, like all sciences, is a practical subject. Throughout the course you will carry out practical activities including: measuring energy changes in chemical reactions tests for identifying different types of compound different methods for measuring rates of reaction studying electrochemical cells preparation of organic solids and liquids an advanced form of chromatography for more accurate results. There are three exams at the end of the two years for A-level, all of which are two hours long. At least 15% of the marks for A-level Chemistry are based on what you learned in your practicals.

What you need to get on

5 GSCE Grade 9-4 to include a 6 in biology and maths and a 6 in one other science

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

  • Lutterworth College

    Bitteswell Road, Lutterworth, LE17 4EW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Lutterworth

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