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GCE A Level in Chemistry

at Diss High School, Diss · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Chemistry is the study of the composition, structure and properties of materials and of the interactions between them and with energy. It is divided into inorganic, organic and physical Chemistry and will include applications in the environment. Successful students of Chemistry will have at least GCSE grade 6 – 6 in Combined Science or grade 6 in Chemistry, will be able and willing to work hard throughout the course and will have an aptitude and interest in the subject. A good grade in Mathematics is also an advantage. They will probably study other Sciences, and/or Mathematics, but Chemistry is an excellent addition to any A Level package.

What you need to get on

A minimum of five grade 4 GCSE passes; these must include at least grade 4 in Maths, English Language and additionally the course requires Grade 6-6 in Combined Science or a 6 in 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

Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Diss

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