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GCE A Level in Chemistry

at School of Science and Technology Maidstone · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is for students who want to continue studying chemistry after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the topics, but the A level will give you the chance to study these and some new ones, in much greater depth. You might be choosing chemistry because you're headed for a scientific career, though it will give you a set of skills that can be used in a wide range of non-scientific careers too.

What you need to get on

You will need to meet the SST sixth form entry requirements (achieve 38 points across your best 8 subjects, including a grade 4 or better in Maths and English Literature or Language). In addition, you will need a 6/above in Chemistry (or 6-7 in Combined Science) and a 6/above in Maths

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

  • School of Science and Technology Maidstone

    SCHOOL OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY NEW CUT ROAD, MAIDSTONE, ME14 5GQ

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