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OCR Level 3 Advanced GCE in Chemistry A

at Desborough College, Maidenhead · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull time

What the college says

Module 1 - Development of practical skills in chemistry Module 2 - Foundations in chemistry Module 3 - Periodic table and energy Module 4 - Core organic chemistry Module 5 - Physical chemistry and transition elements Module 6 - Organic chemistry and analysis Although not always an absolute requirement, a chemistry A level gives you an excellent basis from which to embark on a wide variety of potential degree subjects, including (but not exclusively): Medicine, veterinary medicine/science, dentistry, pharmacy, pharmacology, chemical engineering, nanoscience, materials science, food science, forensic science, biochemistry. Career opportunities include academic or industrial research, medical diagnostics, medical sales/marketing/advertising, environmental law, medical patenting law, pharmaceuticals, space exploration, forensic science and much more! Employers also value the sorts of analytical skills gained from a science degree.

What you need to get on

5 9-4 including English and at least a grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics, at least a grade 5 in GCSE Chemistry (if doing separate sciences) or a grade 5 in core and additional sciences (double science award) and at least a grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics

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

  • Desborough College

    SHOPPENHANGERS ROAD, MAIDENHEAD, SL6 2QB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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