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GCE A Level in Chemistry A

at Wickersley School and Sports College, Rotherham · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Chemistry sometimes is called the “central science” because it connects other sciences to each other, such as Biology, Physics, Geology and Environmental Science. It’s a great stepping stone to pure Science university degrees and essential for other courses like Medicine and Dentistry. As well as practical knowledge of the subject, Chemistry students develop many other skills prized by employers such as Problem-solving, Numeracy, Communication, Creativity and Data analysis. Gaining these skills means that you can have a future in all sorts of careers from Finance to Public relations.

What you need to get on

A separate grade 6 in Chemistry or combined science grade 76 with a grade 5 in Maths and English.

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

  • Wickersley School and Sixth Form College

    BAWTRY ROAD WICKERSLEY, ROTHERHAM, S66 1JL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · ROTHERHAM

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