A-level Chemistry is generally regarded as a “tough” option. It requires students to recall a substantial amount of factual information; it deals with abstract concepts as well as a wide range of observable phenomena; it requires logical and mathematical reasoning applied to problem solving. For this reason it is well respected by universities and employers as evidence of transferrable skills. Chemistry students frequently also study Mathematics, and A-level Maths is highly desirable in order to take Chemistry at university. Physics will also sit well with Chemistry having common concepts of energy, rates, electrostatics and forces. Chemistry is recommended for the support of Biology which increasingly deals with life at the molecular level, and is regarded as a prerequisite subject for entry to Medical School.
Starting a two year A level course having completed GCSEs, the IB Middle Years Programme or an overseas equivalent at another UK or international school. Direct entry into Year 13/Upper Sixth having completed the first year of sixth form at another UK or international school.
Grading is 100% by examination. Practical work must also be completed in College to a satisfactory standard. 3 papers at the end of the two years: two of 2 hr 15 min and one of 1 hr 30 min
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £12,660 - £18,000 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £15,600 - £22,800 |
| Address | 254 St Margaret's Banks, Rochester, ME1 1HY |
A-level Chemistry is generally regarded as a “tough” option. It requires students to recall a substantial amount of factual information; it deals with abstract concepts as well as a wide range of observable phenomena; it requires logical and mathematical reasoning applied to problem solving. For this reason it is well respected by universities and employers as evidence of transferrable skills. Chemistry students frequently also study Mathematics, and A-level Maths is highly desirable in order to take Chemistry at university. Physics will also sit well with Chemistry having common concepts of energy, rates, electrostatics and forces. Chemistry is recommended for the support of Biology which increasingly deals with life at the molecular level, and is regarded as a prerequisite subject for entry to Medical School.
Starting a two year A level course having completed GCSEs, the IB Middle Years Programme or an overseas equivalent at another UK or international school. Direct entry into Year 13/Upper Sixth having completed the first year of sixth form at another UK or international school.
Grading is 100% by examination. Practical work must also be completed in College to a satisfactory standard. 3 papers at the end of the two years: two of 2 hr 15 min and one of 1 hr 30 min