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GCE A Level in Chemistry A

at Cedars Upper School, Leighton Buzzard · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Do you enjoy learning how things work? Do you enjoy solving complex problems through experimentation and mathematics? If so then studying A Level Chemistry is the subject for you! We work in small classes learning through practical experimentation and theoretical learning. This is followed up with regular assessment to help prepare for your exams at the end of year 13. We encourage research around the subject and encourage deep thought about the relationships between quantities.

What you need to get on

GCSE Chemistry 6 and GCSE Maths 6 or GCSE Combined 6-6 and GCSE Maths 6 Studying A Level Chemistry requires strong analytical, evaluative and mathematical skills. On top of this you need to be confident working practically and have a good understanding of scientific method. These skills are all needed across multiple degree courses and studying a Chemistry degree opens many doors into further study.

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

  • Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

    Mentmore Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2AE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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