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GCE A Level in Chemistry

at Tudor Grange Academy, Solihull, Solihull · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2025see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Chemistry A-Level: follows the AQA specification.Chemistry follows the AQA specification. Our knowledge of chemicals, not only on the bulk scale, but also on the atomic scale has revolutionised the way in which we live. Have you ever wondered why your mp3 player and mobile phone gets smaller, faster, yet have more memory? Or how the ancient Greeks chewing willow bark to relieve toothache led to the development of aspirin? Chemistry literally is everywhere; even down to the clothes and cosmetic products we wear. If you are someone who enjoys Maths and would like to transfer this skill to problem solving or are intrigued by the science you have studied so far and prepared to work hard to discover more; then chemistry is the right course for you! What will I be covering in the course in Year 12 and Year 13? Chemistry is split into three distinct topics, which will be taught across both years: Organic Chemistry Inorganic Chemistry Physical Chemistry Year 12: Foundation Chemistry Chemistry in Action Year 13: Kinetics, Equilibria and Organic Chemistry Energetics, Redox and Inorganic Chemistry

What you need to get on

Students choosing to study four A levels* If you wish to study four A levels you must achieve: Six GCSE's at grade 7or above. Mathematics and English at grade 6 or above. Students choosing to study three A Levels If you wish to study three A levels you must achieve: Six GCSE's at grade 6 or above. Mathematics and English at grade 5 or above. If the subject has been studied at GCSE you need to have gained a 6 in that subject.

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

  • Tudor Grange Academy Solihull

    Dingle Lane, Solihull, B91 3PD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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