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A Level Chemistry Exam
A Level Chemistry Exam
Book your A Level Chemistry exam with Pass. We arrange your private candidate exam entry at a local exam centre and support you throughout the process, from booking through to exam day.
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Fast-Track A Level Chemistry Qualification. Book your exam as a private candidate without following the traditional school education route.
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Ofqual-Regulated A Level Chemistry Exam. Achieve a recognised qualification accepted by universities, employers and higher education providers across the UK.
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How does the A Level Chemistry exam process work?
Unsure where to start when it comes to booking your A Level exams? Pass is here to take the stress out of the process and make everything as straightforward as possible. Whether you need guidance on exam boards, online A level course enrolment, the practical endorsement, or how to book as an A Level Chemistry private candidate, our team is on hand to help at every stage.
A Level Chemistry exams are primarily held during the summer sitting each year, taking place at a local Pass-approved exam centre. The exam is open to private candidates and adult learners, and we handle the key arrangements on your behalf.
Get in touch today and one of our A Level exam advisors will guide you through your options, helping you confidently book, sit or resit your Chemistry exam.
Reserve your place
Book your Chemistry exam online and the Pass team will contact you to confirm your entry at a suitable local exam centre.
Take your exam
Before exam day, we will provide your exam time, location and all the important details you need, helping you feel fully prepared and confident.
Receive your results
Your results will be released by your exam centre on national A Level results day, allowing you to see your final grade as soon as it becomes available.
Take the next step in your career
Use your Chemistry to progress to university, a degree apprenticeship, or a wide range of careers in science, healthcare and related industries.
Fast-Track A Level Chemistry Qualification
Achieve your Chemistry without following the traditional two-year school or college route. With Pass managing your exam booking, you can work towards your qualification in a way that suits your schedule and goals.
Ofqual-Regulated A Level Chemistry Exam
This Chemistry exam is fully Ofqual-regulated and carries the same recognised status as an exam taken through a school or college. Private candidates across the UK can book and sit the qualification with confidence.
Low Cost Guaranteed, No Hidden Fees
We provide clear, competitive pricing for Chemistry exams, and our online A level chemistry course with no unexpected costs. Your fee covers the essential exam arrangements, including your exam entry and official certification through the exam board.
1 Reserve your place
Choose your preferred exam date, exam board and exam option, then complete your booking to secure your place as a private candidate.
A Level Chemistry Details
Ofqual-regulated A Level Chemistry exams
Recognised throughout the UK as a fully accredited A Level qualification
Pass will help arrange your place at a suitable Pass-approved exam centre
Practical endorsement guidance available for learners who need it
If Chemistry is part of a wider study plan, Pass’s online A Levels page explains the full range of flexible A Level routes available.
2 Take your exam
Before your exam day, we will send you full confirmation of your exam time, location and all the important details for your local exam centre, helping you feel fully prepared in advance. Your Chemistry exams will be taken in person at a centre local to you, alongside other candidates across the country. We also recommend checking the exam rules beforehand to help everything run smoothly on the day.
Exam Information
Exams are taken in person at a local exam centre
Written exams can be booked with AQA, Edexcel and OCR A boards
Suitable for private candidates across the UK
3 Receive your results
A Level results day is Thursday 12th August 2027. Grades are released nationally across all subjects and exam boards on this day.
As a private candidate, your results will generally be issued directly by your exam centre on results day. It is worth confirming with your centre how they deliver results in advance, as some may require you to collect them in person while others will send them out by email or post.
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A Level Chemistry Exam Information - AQA (7405)
Paper 1
Topics
Most physical chemistry topics, all of inorganic chemistry and relevant practical skills.
Format
105 marks of short and long answer questions.
Paper 2
Topics
Relevant physical chemistry topics, all of organic chemistry and relevant practical skills.
Format
105 marks of short and long answer questions.
Paper 3
Topics
Any content from the specification and any practical skills.
Format
40 marks on practical techniques and data analysis, 20 marks testing across the specification and 30 marks of multiple choice questions.
A Level Chemistry Exam Information - Edexcel (9CH0)
Paper 1
Topics
Atomic structure, periodic table, bonding, redox, inorganic chemistry, formulae, equations, amounts of substance, energetics, equilibria, acid-base equilibria and transition metals.
Format
The paper may include multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions.
Paper 2
Topics
Bonding, redox, formulae, equations, amounts of substance, organic chemistry, modern analytical techniques and kinetics.
Format
The paper may include multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions.
Paper 3
Topics
Questions may draw on any of the topics in the specification.
Format
The paper may include short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions.
A Level Chemistry Exam Information - OCR A (H432)
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 and paper 2.
Format
This paper contains short answer style questions and extended response questions.
A Level Chemistry Exam Dates
Summer 2027
| DATE | TIME | DURATION | |
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| AQA Paper 1 | Friday 28 May | Morning | 2h |
| AQA Paper 2 | Thursday 10 June | Morning | 2h |
| AQA Paper 3 | Thursday 17 June | Morning | 2h |
| Edexcel Paper 1 | Friday 28 May | Morning | 1h 45m |
| Edexcel Paper 2 | Thursday 10 June | Morning | 1h 45m |
| Edexcel Paper 3 | Thursday 17 June | Morning | 2h 30m |
| OCR A Paper 1 | Friday 28 May | Morning | 2h 15m |
| OCR A Paper 2 | Thursday 10 June | Morning | 2h 15m |
| OCR A Paper 3 | Thursday 17 June | Morning | 1h 30m |
AQA Paper 1
AQA Paper 2
AQA Paper 3
Edexcel Paper 1
Edexcel Paper 2
Edexcel Paper 3
OCR A Paper 1
OCR A Paper 2
OCR A Paper 3
FAQs
How many UCAS points is this A Level Chemistry exam worth?
A Level Chemistry is worth up to 56 UCAS points, depending on the grade achieved. An A* is worth 56 points, A is 48, B is 40, C is 32, D is 24 and E is 16.
Are there any entry requirements to sit the A Level Chemistry exam?
There are no formal entry requirements. However, it is recommended that learners have a strong GCSE Chemistry foundation before taking the A Level Chemistry exam, as the qualification is demanding. If you need structured preparation before sitting the exam, Pass’s online A Level courses page shows the wider range of A Level study options available.
Can I book as an A Level Chemistry private candidate?
Yes. Pass supports A Level Chemistry private candidate bookings and can arrange your exam entry at a suitable local exam centre.
Which exam boards are available for A Level Chemistry?
The available A Level Chemistry exam boards are AQA 7405, Edexcel 9CH0 and OCR A H432. Pass can help you choose the most suitable option. To help prepare for you exam, Pass also offers an online A level chemistry course.
When are the A Level Chemistry exam dates?
The 2026 written exam dates are 2 June for Paper 1, 9 June for Paper 2 and 15 June for Paper 3. Results day is 13 August 2026.
Do I need the A Level Chemistry practical endorsement?
The practical endorsement is reported separately from the written exam grade. If you already have a pass, you usually do not need to retake it, but many science-related university routes require it. Ofqual’s explanation of science practical skills at A Level explains how practical work is assessed separately from the written exam grade.
Can I take an A Level Chemistry resit online?
No. A Level Chemistry written exams must be sat in person at a registered exam centre. Pass can help arrange a suitable centre for your A Level Chemistry resit. Pass offers exam bookings, and course enrolment for A levels online.
Can I resit Chemistry A Level if I have already taken it before?
Yes. Resitting Chemistry A Level is allowed, and you can retake the qualification to improve your grade for university, degree apprenticeships or career progression.
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