Chemistry
Skegness Grammar School - Lincolnshire
01754610000
Vernon Road, Skegness, PE25 2QS
Course summary

Chemistry is a fundamental science, concerned with the structure, properties and composition of matter. A-Level Chemistry is a sought-after subject and is a requirement for university courses in Medicine, Veterinary Science, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering and Forensic Science, as well as in pure science courses such as Chemistry, Materials Science and Biochemistry. The necessity to combine logical and structured thought with mathematical and abstract thinking skills makes students of Chemistry successful in a wide range of employment fields, both inside and outside the scientific world. For example, many chemistry graduates find employment in the legal and financial industries.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 -6 GCSE in Combined Science and a Grade 6 on the two component papers of the science intended to study OR Grade 6 in separate Chemistry. Grade 6 or above at GCSE in Mathematics. Five GCSEs Grade 9-5, including Maths and English.

How you'll be assessed

This is now a two year course, with all assessment taking place in June of the second year. Students will sit three exam papers to test their knowledge on the content and practical skills taught during the course. The A-level qualification is based on written exams only.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityLincolnshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressVernon Road, Skegness, PE25 2QS