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Chemistry

at Urmston Grammar Academy, Manchester · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2022see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Chemistry is an essential science in modern society, alongside Biology and Physics. As well as being the foundation for further study in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Environmental Science, Polymer and Colour Chemistry and much more, it is also an essential A Level for Veterinary Science, Medicine and Dentistry. The skills needed to succeed in Chemistry are wide-ranging; from the analysis of data through to the synthesis of ideas. Chemists, therefore, have many transferrable skills which may lead to careers in Law, Personnel, Management and Finance.

What you need to get on

The general entry requirement to be offered a place at Urmston Grammar Sixth Form from September 2026 is a minimum of five GCSE passes which include: 2 x grade 7s, 3 x grade 6s, GCSE grades must also include a minimum of grade 5 in English Language & Maths. To study this subject at A Level we would expect you to have achieved a Grade 7 or above at GCSE in Chemistry or Combined Sciences. We would also expect you to achieve a minimum Grade 6 in Maths GCSE.

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

  • Urmston Grammar

    Newton Road Urmston, Manchester, M41 5UG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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