• Five GCSEs at grade C or above (may include one relevant equivalent) to include English Language/First Language Welsh and Mathematics/Numeracy
• Chemistry grade B (plus another Science at grade B) or Science grade BB and Maths grade B
• Please check the AS Level Options Grid to see if this subject fits into your chosen programme
• Each application is considered on individual merit
• Entry is subject to an informal interview

• Successful completion of current/relevant programme (including skills) and decision from progression board meeting

Please read the full entry requirements above as you will usually need to meet those as well.

Over the two years you will develop your practical skills including planning and carrying out your own experiments. You will need a genuine interest in Chemistry and will be expected to complete a significant amount of private study over the two years.

Units to be studies include:

• The language of chemistry, structure of matter and simple reactions
• Energy, rate and chemistry of carbon compounds
• Physical and inorganic chemistry
• Organic chemistry and analysis
• Practical

Learners also complete the Welsh Baccalaureate Qualification and are required to develop their essential skills (communication/numeracy and digital skills). Learners will also attend a weekly group tutorial.

Learners are able to complete either the full qualification or certain units or elements through the medium of Welsh/bilingually.

• Practical examination
• Written examination

This course can lead to a diverse range of career opportunities in a varied range of businesses including: Academic researcher, Analytical chemist, Biotechnologist, Chemical engineer, Clinical scientist (biochemistry), Forensic scientist, Nanotechnologist, Pharmacologist, Research scientist (physical sciences), Scientific laboratory technician, Toxicologist.

If you are thinking about studying at degree level following this course please visit the university websites or UCAS (University Central Admissions Service) www.ucas.com to check any entry requirements.

• Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
• Text books - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course, most text books are available to loan from the college library or online libraries
• You will need to provide you own lab coat
• You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page

Any costs above are approximate and may change.

• No tuition fee
• We are waiving the Administration Fee for the academic year 2022/23
• You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page