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GCE A Level Chemistry A

at Colchester County High School For Girls, Colchester · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Inorganic Chemistry is the study of the periodic table. It is similar to GCSE but also looks at how and why things happen. Physical Chemistry explains the properties of substances and how far and fast reactions go. Organic Chemistry is the study of carbon compounds and links with Biology. We place a big emphasis on practical work such as analysing aspirin, making dyes & indicators, making TCP, extracting orange oil and making fruity esters. As a result you will develop a wide range of practical techniques. Mathematical Skills are developed e.g. during data analysis and interpretation (moles calculations) pH calculations and rates experiments. Sustainability and environmental implications are considered throughout and the role of the chemist in developing sustainable processes is addressed.

What you need to get on

The minimum entry requirement is 4 GCSEs at Grade 7 or above and 2 GCSEs at Grade 6 including English Language and Mathematics at a minimum of Grade 6. Students will be required to achieve at least a Grade 7 in each GCSE subject they wish to study at A Level.

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

  • Colchester County High School for Girls

    NORMAN WAY, COLCHESTER, CO3 3US

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · COLCHESTER

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