GCE A Level in Chemistry
at Sackville School, East Grinstead · school or sixth form
What the college says
Chemistry is the central science, having links with biology, physics, geology and food. Choosing chemistry gives you the opportunity to develop your imagination, encourage your thinking and expand your understanding of the atoms and molecules that make up our world. The AQA course is a complete package and involves plenty of laboratory work. It is important to find the patterns that explain the observations that are made. Chemistry is one of the most challenging courses you can take at A-level. It is however incredibly rewarding and whether or not you are successful at it, one thing is certain: It will improve your problem-solving skills.
What you need to get on
Grade 6 in triple science chemistry or 66 in combined science, and a 6 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
Sackville School
Lewes Road, East Grinstead, RH19 3TY
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · East Grinstead
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