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A Level Chemistry

The Hinckley Sixth Form

The Hinckley Sixth Form, Butt Lane, Hinckley, Leicestershire, LE10 1LE

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Level 3
Science and Mathematics

Available start dates

Available start dates

Monday, 05 September 2022
Start and end date are approximate
The Hinckley Sixth Form
2 Year(s)
Full time

Application Instructions

Applications for 2025 entry open on Wednesday 6th November 2024. Please do not submit your application before this date. Please apply via PS16 on via our website.

Course Summary

A Level Chemistry is a challenging subject that requires a variety of skills. You’ll develop analytical techniques, discover what is in a chemical, and try out industrial processes. Some topics build on GCSE work, some are completely new.


Course Details

The course covers:

  • Physical Chemistry – kinetics and thermodynamics
  • Inorganic Chemistry - the elements and how they react
  • Organic Chemistry – carbon and the molecules made from carbon

Chemistry combines well with Maths and other science subjects requiring logical thinking skills and problem solving approaches.



How will it be delivered and assessed?

Assessment: End of course examinations, and ongoing assessed practicals.

Entry requirements

Subject Entry: General JC6 entry requirements, plus 6/6 in higher tier Combined Science or 6 in two single science GCSEs, including Chemistry. GCSE Maths grade 6.

Your next steps...

A Level Chemistry is an essential qualification for anyone wanting to study Medicine, Dentistry or Veterinary Science.

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