Chemistry
at Colmers School and Sixth Form College, Birmingham · sixth form college
What the college says
Chemistry is all around us. From the food you eat and the clothes you wear. Chemists have played a part in the development of most of the things we rely on in life. Chemistry is a subject for problem solvers. They are constantly striving to develop processes that maintain and improve our lives, whilst protecting limited resources. Chemistry is needed for careers in Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry and many more.
What you need to get on
5 GCSE Grade 4-9, inc GCSE Grade 6 in Chemistry or Combined Trilogy and GCSE Maths 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
Colmers School and Sixth Form College
Bristol Road South Rednal, Birmingham, B45 9NY
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Birmingham
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