Chemistry

Applications open: 10 October 2025

Applications close: 15 January 2026

Students can join Weald of Kent Grammar School at our Tonbridge Campus.

Entry Requirements: - If you wish to join the Weald of Kent Sixth Form you must have a minimum of a Grade 5 in English Language or English Literature and a Grade 5 in Mathematics. In addition, students also need to achieve an Average Point Score (APS) of 5.5 to be comprised of their best 8 GCSE results.

How to Apply: - Applications are made through Applicaa. Please see the school website for more information https://www.wealdofkent.kent.sch.uk/sixth-form

This course offers a flexible approach where the specification is divided into modules each covering key areas. Teaching of practical skills is integrated with the theoretical topics and both are examined through written papers. There is no coursework.

Module 1 – Development of practical skills

Module 2 – Foundations of chemistry e.g. atoms, amount, redox and structure & bonding

Module 3 – Periodic Table and energy

Module 4 - Core organic chemistry e.g. hydrocarbons, isomerism and infra-red spectroscopy

Module 5 – Physical chemistry and transition elements

Module 6 - Organic chemistry and analysis, e.g. carbonyls and nuclear magnetic resonance

For success in A Level Chemistry, students should have achieved at least a Grade 7 in GCSE Chemistry or 77 in Combined Science.

An A Level in Chemistry is a valuable asset to any young person looking to secure a place on a competitive university course and is well respected by employers. It demonstrates an ability to work with numbers, the ability to solve logical problems and to retain knowledge of complex ideas, all of which are skill that employers frequently list among the most desirable in applicant for positions.

Several university courses require an A Level in Chemistry outside of Chemistry degrees, including the range of medical courses, making Chemistry a popular choice at A Level.