Chemistry

Entry Requirements

The A Level Chemistry course has been developed with GCSE in mind to ensure smooth progression between qualifications, with continuity of content and question type. Students will need at least a grade 7 in GCSE Chemistry (Separate Award) or grade 7/8 in the Combined Science Award. Students must also be able to demonstrate a competence in skills such as data handling, algebra and graph construction, with at least 20% of the marks at A Level coming from mathematical type questions. It is entirely possible to take Chemistry as a stand-alone science subject, although the majority of students opt to study it alongside either Biology or Physics. Essentially, we are looking for students who are inquisitive, prepared to engage in scientific discussion and willing to challenge their understanding of chemical concepts and ideas.