Free A Level Chemistry in Walsall. Classes run at Blue Coat Church of England Academy, full-time during the day. You'll need a minimum GCSE Grade 5 in Chemistry or Science to enrol. The course runs over two years and covers the core principles of chemistry at depth, building the analytical and practical skills that universities look for in applicants to chemistry, medicine, pharmacy, and related degrees. This is a level 3 a level chemistry qualification assessed by AQA.
Who this course is for
This qualification will nurture your passion for chemistry and lay the groundwork for further study in courses such as chemistry, medicine and pharmacy; a stepping stone to future study, allowing you to develop the skills that universities want to see.
Entry requirements
Minimum of a GCSE Grade 5 in Chemistry or Science.
What you will learn
You'll study atomic structure, bonding, and the periodic table in detail.
You'll explore organic chemistry, including reaction mechanisms and synthesis.
You'll analyse physical chemistry concepts such as thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibria.
You'll develop practical laboratory skills through hands-on experiments.
You'll interpret and evaluate data from chemical investigations.
You'll apply mathematical skills to solve quantitative chemistry problems.
You'll build the subject knowledge universities expect for chemistry, medicine, and pharmacy applications.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching and practical laboratory work at Blue Coat Church of England Academy. Assessment is by written examinations at the end of the two-year course, set and marked by AQA. Practical skills are assessed separately through a practical endorsement, which is reported on your certificate alongside your exam grade.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Blue Coat Church of England Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Laboratory technician: support research and testing in science labs.
Pharmaceutical technician: assist in medicines preparation and quality control.
Chemical analyst: test and analyse substances in industrial or research settings.
Science technician: provide technical support in schools or colleges.
Research assistant: support scientists in university or commercial research.
Environmental scientist: monitor and assess chemical impacts on the environment.
What you could study next
BSc Chemistry: a degree for those pursuing chemistry research, industry, or teaching.
BSc Pharmacy or MPharm: the route into registered pharmacy practice.
MBBS / Medicine: A Level Chemistry is a standard entry requirement for most UK medical schools.
BSc Biochemistry or Biomedical Science: combines chemistry with biological sciences for lab-based careers.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Applied Chemistry: a work-focused alternative to a full degree.
