GCE A Level in Chemistry
at The Aylesbury Vale Academy, Aylesbury · school or sixth form
What the college says
Are you fascinated by chemical reactions? Do you want to explore the world of atoms and molecules? Then chemistry is the course for you. This course provides the opportunity to gain essential knowledge, understanding and practical skills in different areas of the subject, alongside developing an appreciation of how society makes decisions about scientific issues and the contribution science makes to the success of both the economy and society. It allows students to obtain the necessary skills to explain many aspects of contemporary chemistry such as climate change, green chemistry, pharmaceuticals, and chemistry research. The Chemistry course can be taken as a stand-alone subject or to complement Biology.
What you need to get on
GCSE's at grade 6 or above.
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 Aylesbury Vale Academy
Paradise Orchard, Aylesbury, HP18 0WS
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Aylesbury
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