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GCE A Level in Chemistry

at Samuel Ryder Academy, St. Albans · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

This chemistry course is designed to encourage candidates to develop enthusiasm for Chemistry, whilst learning and improving practical skills which can be backed up with scientific understanding and application. Chemistry is the study of materials, their reactions and the laws that govern them. This course has been developed for students who wish to continue with a study of chemistry after GCSE. This A-Level will prepare students to progress into further education, to follow courses in chemistry, one of the other sciences or related subjects, or to enter employment where a knowledge of chemistry would be useful. Chemistry is essential for studying medicine and veterinary science as well as chemistry courses. It is highly recommended for biological sciences.

What you need to get on

5 GCSE Grades 9 – 5 including Mathematics and English. It is essential that you achieve a level 6 or higher in Combined Science or Chemistry GCSE. You should also have achieved a level 6 or higher in Maths at GCSE and have a good positive attitude to study Chemistry.

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

  • Samuel Ryder Academy

    Drakes Drive, St Albans, AL1 5AR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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