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GCE A Level Chemistry

at Sunderland College, Sunderland · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level153 hoursPart time

What the college says

Chemistry is the study of materials: what they are made from, how they interact with each other and their surroundings. To be successful in chemistry you need to be able to think logically, be creative, numerate and analytical. Initially students cover the foundations of chemistry, the periodic table, energy and core organic chemistry. In addition to this, the development of practical skills in chemistry is assessed during lesson time where students perform set practical tasks, analyse and evaluate data. Later in the course students build on their knowledge of the subject by studying physical chemistry and explore the transition elements as well as studying organic chemistry and analytical techniques at a deeper level.

What you need to get on

You will need 5 GCSEs at grade 5-9, a grade 6 in Maths alongside Combined Science Grade 6 or Chemistry and another Science at 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

  • Hartlepool Sixth Form

    Brinkburn Blakelock Road, Hartlepool, TS25 5PF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Hartlepool

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