GCE A Level in Chemistry A
at The Blue School, Wells · school or sixth form
What the college says
This A level subject is for students who want to continue studying Chemistry at Level 3. Is there a more vital subject to study at post-16 than Chemistry in today’s world? Chemists tackle important topics such as climate change, renewable energy, acidification of oceans, development of new materials such as graphene, biotechnology, and of course medicine and pharmaceuticals. All of these have Chemistry at their core and this course will allow a deeper understanding of many of today’s issues.
What you need to get on
5 GCSEs at grade 4+ and a grade 5 or above in at least 1 Science GSCE (or alternatively teacher recommendation).
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
The Blue School
Kennion Road, Wells, BA5 2NR
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Start dates
- 2 September 2026 · Wells
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