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CHEMISTRY
A Level
STUDENT VOICE
Why study Chemistry?
Chemistry is central to understanding many key areas
of science and offers an array of employment and
education opportunities. Through studying a range
of diverse topics, you will develop a number of highly
desirable transferable skills. These include problem
solving, data analysis, numeracy, logical thinking and
working safely in a laboratory environment. Chemistry
is an essential A Level for students wishing to pursue a
career in medicine.
What's covered?
You will explore the periodic table, looking at trends in
properties and reactivities of different elements. You will
learn about transition element chemistry and the many
colourful compounds they can form. You will meet a
plethora of different organic compounds and design
your own synthetic routes between them.
Future Opportunities
Many students progress to university and become
doctors, pharmacists, dentists and forensic scientists.
It is also useful for careers in biological sciences, the
pharmaceutical industry, analytical chemistry, chemical
engineering and geological exploration. Chemistry is
an exciting STEM subject that can lead to many career
possibilities.
Maryam Farhan
Bolton Muslim Girls’ School
A Level Biology, Chemistry, Psychology and
AS Level Core Mathematics
Enrichment: Student Ambassador
“I have really enjoyed studying science at The Sixth
Form. My favourite memory from my time here
was the biology trip to Formby Beach. My favourite
subject has to be Chemistry, I like the role that
maths has to play, as well as the theory element of
this course. Enjoy your time at B6, try your best and
make memories and friends for life. My next step is
to go to Manchester Metropolitan University and
progress onto teaching in the future.”