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GCE A-Level in Chemistry

at Ashby School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The AQA A-Level Chemistry course is ideal for logical, problem-solving students with a strong mathematical foundation who are fascinated by the molecular world. It is essential for those targeting university degrees and careers in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, chemical engineering, or veterinary science. Students will gain a deep understanding of physical, inorganic, and organic chemistry, exploring topics from atomic structure to complex synthesis. By completing required practicals, learners master advanced laboratory techniques, rigorous data analysis, and scientific investigative skills highly valued by top-tier universities and STEM industries.

What you need to get on

For all Sixth Form courses, students must have five GCSE (or equivalent) passes at Grades 9-4. For this course this must include Mathematics at Grade 5 or above and English Language/Literature at grade 4 or above. Students must also have EITHER a minimum of grades 6-6 in GCSE ‘Trilogy Combined Science’ OR a minimum of 6, 6, 5 in Separate Sciences (with a 6 in Chemistry).

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

  • Ashby School 6th Form Campus

    ASHBY SCHOOL NOTTINGHAM ROAD, ASHBY-DE-LA-ZOUCH, LE65 1DT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · ASHBY-DE-LA-ZOUCH

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