A Level Chemistry

Level 3

Course Code: Q100154

Key Information

Course type:
A Levels
Campus:
Sixth Form Campus
Next Start Date:
07 Sept 2026
Duration:
2 years
Attendance:
Full-time

Fees:

Free

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From energy scarcity, climate change and feeding the growing population, as well as advances in biomedical sciences, chemistry is critical to the big issues facing our planet. Be a part of it on our A Level in Chemistry, at City of Portsmouth College.

If you want to learn more about matter and the chemical reactions between substances, this course covers all the fundamentals. You'll develop skills for independent learning and problem solving – a crucial element of being successful. Practical work will be emphasised and you'll be supported to complete the course with a practical endorsement alongside your A Level qualification.

Units include:

development of practical skills in chemistry
foundations in chemistry
periodic table and energy
core organic chemistry
physical chemistry and transition elements
organic chemistry and analysis.

You'll also be encouraged to undertake a relevant work experience placement, particularly if you are looking to pursue a career in medicine and veterinarian sciences. If you would like to improve your maths qualifications, enquire about core mathematics alongside your main subjects.

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Did you know?

This course can be combined with additional A Levels or a Sixth Form vocational course.

A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English language. You will also need grade 6 or above in maths, and grade 6 or above in chemistry and one other science subject, or grade 6s in double science.

This course is full-time, on campus. You will have a 9.55am start, one lesson in the morning, one in the afternoon and a guaranteed 4.00pm finish. You will also have at least one morning and one afternoon per week free for private study.

You will take three exams, which you will sit at the end of your second year.

You could progress to university or straight to employment, particularly in roles that combine maths, analytical skills and problem solving with links to biology and physics. Careers include engineering, manufacturing and branches of medicine, such as nursing, dentistry and veterinary, as well as law and financial industries.

School Leavers under the age of 19 do not have to pay fees on any full time courses, though may have to pay for their second year if turning 19 during their studies. If you’re aged 19 or over you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £25,000. If you are studying a part-time course and you receive one of the following benefits, or you depend financially on someone who does, you may be entitled to have your tuition fees waived: Job Seekers Allowance, Income Support. You will, however, have to pay any awarding body/assessment fees (unless you are on a first full level 2 course). * If you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or receive other allowances, you may be eligible to claim concessionary rates. If you are entitled to a fee concession you will be asked to provide proof of your entitlement. It is essential that you inform us if your entitlement changes at any time during your course.

Good to know:

We work hard to keep our course information up to date. Occasionally we may make small changes to course content, start dates, locations or fees to keep our courses current and relevant. If anything important changes after you apply, we’ll always let you know.