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A Level Chemistry Exam
A Level Chemistry Exam
Take an A Level Chemistry exam as a private candidate with Pass A Level. You'll be booked in as an A Level chemistry private candidate at a local exam centre, where you will take your exam, and your required practicals will be arranged to be taken when you are ready. Taking your A Level Chemistry exam can open many doorways, such as improving job prospects or gaining access onto university courses, such as chemistry, medicine, engineering and lots more!
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Official A Level Chemistry qualification from AQA
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Nationally recognised - the same as schools and colleges
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Exam and Practical assessment
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Get your dream place at University - Worth up to 56 UCAS points!
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Open career doors - medicine, engineering and lots more!
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Develop your theoretical and practical Chemistry skills
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A Level Chemistry Exam Information
Entry Requirements
To take the A Level chemistry exam, we recommend that you have a minimum of a grade 4/C in GCSE chemistry and mathematics.
Can I resit A Level chemistry?
Yes you can! If you failed your A level chemistry exam the first time around, you can take your A level chemistry resit with Pass A Level.
Exam Day Setup
You will take your A Level Chemistry exams at an exam centre, in person, which will be in a paper-based format. If you require the practical component, this will be taken at an earlier date. The Pass A Level team will confirm everything with you so you are fully prepared.
Should I take an A Level chemistry qualification?
Passing your A Level Chemistry qualification can open up many career pathways, in disciplines such as medicine, engineering, and lots more. This qualification will also allow you to move onto further education, such as University, and is worth up to 56 UCAS points! To get the full qualification, you will need to have passed both the exam and practical components.
What is the process like to register for the A Level Chemistry Exam?
- Register for your A Level Chemistry above. Alternatively, fill out the form below and one of the Pass A Level exams booking team will be in touch with you. Aim to book your exam at least 6 months before, which is around December time.
- After your purchase, you will be sent a confirmation invoice via email.
- The exams processing team will be in touch to gather some further information from you.
- You will be booked in as an A level chemistry private candidate at a local exam centre.
- In advance of the day of your exam the team will be in contact to arrange your practical assessment for a time suitable for you, if this is something you require. If you do not book the practical assessment with Pass A Level, you will need to complete the practical assessment elsewhere to complete the qualification.
- Well before the exam day, the team will confirm the full information with you, including the date, time, and location of the exams, so that you are ready and well prepared.
How can I revise a level chemistry online?
We can provide some free A Level chemistry online resources:
When can I take my A Level Chemistry exam?
Your A level chemistry exams will take place in the summer of each year, usually in May or June. The results day for A level exams is normally at the end of August.
What do I need to pass the qualification?
To pass the A Level Chemistry qualification with AQA, you need to pass the exam, which consists of 3 papers, as well as the practical endorsement. The practical endorsement needs to be taken prior to the exam. if you do not book the practical assessment with us, you will need source a centre and book it directly with them.
Exam Boards
The A level Chemistry qualification you will attain is awarded by AQA.
Our Service
Friendly Support
The team are always hear to support you through your journey. Pass A Level will help you book in for your exam, and arrange everything else for you.
No Hidden Prices
Pass A Level’s pricing structure is simple, and there are no hidden fees. Only the price at the top of the page is what you will pay.
Excellent Service
Pass A Level provide an excellent service throughout the whole process, from helping to get you booked in to your exam, to supporting you all the way until your exam.
Requirements
We recommend that you have at least a grade 4 or C in your GCSE chemistry and maths, before booking in for your A level chemistry exam. If you require these qualification, we also offer exams for these subjects!
Low Cost Exams
The A level chemistry qualifications are competitively priced, and some of the cheapest you will find online.
Official Qualification
The A Level Chemistry qualification is official and recognised across the UK, the same as what is offered in schools and colleges.
A Level Chemistry Exam Information - AQA (7405)
The AQA Chemistry A Level qualification builds on the full GCSE Chemistry syllabus. For this reason, it is advisable that you hold at least a grade 4 or C in GCSE Chemistry before attempting an A Level Chemistry exam. However, this is not essential, and the A Level Chemistry exam is open to all learners.
Paper 1
Topics
Most physical chemistry topics, all of inorganic chemistry, relevant practical skills
Format
105 marks of short and long answer questions
Paper 2
Topics
Relevant physical chemistry topics, all of organic chemistry, relevant practical skills
Format
105 marks of short and long answer questions
Paper 3
Topics
Any content, any practical skills
Format
40 marks on practical techniques and data analysis, 20 marks testing across the specification, 30 marks multiple choice questions
A Level Chemistry Exam Information - Edexcel (9CH0)
The Edexcel Chemistry A Level qualification builds on the full GCSE Chemistry syllabus. For this reason, it is advisable that you hold at least a grade 4 or C in GCSE Chemistry before attempting an A Level Chemistry exam. However, this is not essential, and the A Level Chemistry exam is open to all learners.
Paper 1
Topics
Atomic structure and the periodic table, bonding and structure, redox I, Inorganic chemistry and the periodic table, formulae, equations and amounts of substance, energetics I, equilibrium I, equilibrium II, acid-base equilibria, energetics II, redox II, transition metals
Format
The paper may include multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions.
Paper 2
Topics
Bonding and structure, redox I, formulae, equations and amount of substance, organic chemistry I, modern analytical techniques I, kinetics I, kinetics II, organic chemistry II, organic chemistry III, modern analytical techniques II
Format
The paper may include multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions.
Paper 3
Topics
Questions in this paper may draw on any of the topics in this specification
Format
The paper may include short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions.
A Level Chemistry Exam Information - OCR A (H432)
OCR's Chemistry A Level qualification builds on the full GCSE Chemistry syllabus. For this reason, it is advisable that you hold at least a grade 4 or C in GCSE Chemistry before attempting an A Level Chemistry exam. However, this is not essential, and the A Level Chemistry exam is open to all learners.
Paper 1
Topics
Development of practical skills in chemistry, foundations in chemistry, periodic table and energy, physical chemistry and transition elements
Format
This paper contains multiple choice questions, short answer style questions, and extended response questions.
Paper 2
Topics
Development of practical skills in chemistry, foundations in chemistry, core organic chemistry, organic chemistry and analysis.
Format
This paper contains multiple choice questions, short answer style questions, and extended response questions.
Paper 3
Topics
Any content from paper 1 + paper 2
Format
This paper contains short answer style questions, and extended response questions.
A Level Chemistry Exam Dates 2026
| Date | Time | Duration | |
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| Paper 1 - AQA Paper 1 - AQA | 02 June 2026 | Morning | 2h |
| Paper 2 - AQA Paper 2 - AQA | 09 June 2026 | Morning | 2h |
| Paper 3 - AQA Paper 3 - AQA | 15 June 2026 | Morning | 2h |
| Paper 1 - Edexcel Paper 1 - Edexcel | 02 June 2026 | Morning | 1h 45m |
| Paper 2 - Edexcel Paper 2 - Edexcel | 09 June 2026 | Morning | 1h 45m |
| Paper 3 - Edexcel Paper 3 - Edexcel | 15 June 2026 | Morning | 2h 30m |
| Paper 1 - OCR Paper 1 - OCR | 02 June 2026 | Morning | 2h 15m |
| Paper 2 - OCR Paper 2 - OCR | 09 June 2026 | Morning | 2h 15m |
| Paper 3 - OCR Paper 3 - OCR | 15 June 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
| Results Day Results Day | 13 August 2026 | All Day | - |
A Level Chemistry FAQs
What is required to pass my A level Chemistry qualification?
To pass your A Level Chemistry qualification you must pass the exam, which is made up of 3 different papers. Alongside the exam you must pass the practical assessment, this needs to be taken prior to the exam, in the same academic year. You can book your practical assessment with Pass A Level as well as the exam.
Are there any requirements for the A level chemistry qualification?
We recommend that you have obtained a minimum of Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Chemistry and Mathematics.
Is this the same A level chemistry qualification that I would get in school or college?
Yes! Upon successfully passing your exam you will achieve the same qualification as you would have if you had sat your A Level Chemistry exam at a school or college.
Where will I take my A Level Chemistry exam?
Pass A Level will book you in for your A Level Chemistry exams at a local exam centre, your exam will take place in person.
When can I take my A Level Chemistry exams?
A Level exams always take place in the summer of each year, typically they fall in May or June. The next available exams are next summer, with exact dates currently unknown.
Would it be worth it for me to resit A Level chemistry?
If you require a higher grade than what you previously achieved then of course it is worth attempting an A Level Chemistry resit. You might need a higher grade to progress into higher education, or to satisfy certain employment requirements.
Can I take A Level Chemistry online?
Whilst there are plenty of ways to learn A Level Chemistry online there is currently no option to take an online exam. The exam must be sat at an exam centre, in person, and under exam conditions. Similarly the practical assessment must be done in person.
How can I revise for my A Level chemistry exam?
If you are looking for free A Level Chemistry revision resources you can find both detailed revision notes and past papers which you can work through on MME.
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