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GCE AS Level in Chemistry A

at John F Kennedy Catholic School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE AS level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The aim of the course is to encourage students to: Develop their interest in and enthusiasm for chemistry, including developing an interest in further study and careers in the subject; Appreciate how scientists make decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society; Develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other. We focus on understanding, rather than just factual recall, and on technological applications and their social, economic, ethical and environmental implications. There is an emphasis on practical work throughout the course.

What you need to get on

Candidates for this course will normally have taken either GCSE Chemistry or GCSE Combined Science and have attained at least a grade 6. In addition, a grade 6 Mathematics is advantageous.

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

  • John F Kennedy Catholic School

    John F Kennedy Rc School Hollybush Lane, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 2PH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Hemel Hempstead

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