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A Level

In Llanelli ()

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Description

  • Type

    A Level

Chemistry is a vibrant and exciting subject.  It is involved in everything around us from the making of new materials to understanding biological systems and from the food we eat to the medicines which keep us healthy.  The Chemistry programme aims to develop learners’ analytical and practical skills to enable them to progress to higher education leading to a career in Science or Health.  A level Chemistry is a compulsory requirement of many higher education courses including Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science and Pharmacy. 

About this course

Normally students 16 - 19 years of age will require a minimum of 6 GCSEs at grades A* - C, one of which must be either GCSE Mathematics or GCSE English Language. Entry for mature students without formal qualifications is at the discretion of the Curriculum Area.

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Subjects

  • IT
  • Skills and Training
  • Veterinary
  • Dentistry

Course programme

  • Application of everyday chemistry
  • Links to current affairs and developments in Science
  • Develops practical skills commensurate with the qualification
  • Programme features Learners will have access to well-equipped laboratories
  • A Levels provide an excellent basis for progression to Higher level qualifications such as degrees or Higher National Diplomas
  • Chemistry helps to develop a broad range of analytical, and problem solving skills which will be useful in a variety of careers
  • Careers directly related to Chemistry include Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Veterinary Science, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry and Pharmacology.

Additional information

Modules 1, 2, 4 and 5 are assessed by written examination. Module 3a - Experimental techniques. Module 3c - Practical course work. Module 6a - Synoptic Paper. Module 6c - Practical course work.

GCE A Level Chemistry

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