Chemistry
at John Colet School, Aylesbury · school or sixth form
What the college says
The A level chemistry curriculum is a transition to further study and enhances the practical skills and deepens the understanding of concepts learnt at GCSE. We aim to provoke a fascination in Chemistry to inspire our students to study the chemical sciences further.Students willdevelop their interest in and enthusiasm for chemistry, including developing an interest in further study and careers associated with the subjectdevelop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of chemistry and how they relate to each otherdevelop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methodsdevelop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem solving skillsunderstand how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how chemistry contributes to the success of the economy and societyuse theories, models and ideas to develop scientific explanationsuse knowledge and understanding to pose scientific questions, define scientific problems, present scientific arguments and scientific ideasuse appropriate methodology, including information and communication technology (ICT), to answer scientific questions and solve scientific problems.
What you need to get on
5 GSCE Grade 9 to 4 including English Language and Grade 5 in Mathematics. In addition grade 6 in GCSE Chemistry and grade 6 in one other science or 6,6 grades in GCSE Combined 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
John Colet School
Wharf Road Wendover, Aylesbury, HP22 6HF
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Aylesbury
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