''  Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid - Albert Einstein ''

Chemistry is the study of the composition, behaviour and properties of matter and the elements that make up the Earth. 

Studying chemistry enables you to develop your practical investigative skills, deal with logical and scientific concepts and develop your mathematical skills. 

Chemistry is useful in many job areas including careers in medicine and pharmaceutical research as well as materials engineering, sports science and the environment. 

It combines well with other STEM subjects, Geography, Psychology and Textiles

Possible Careers or jobs relating to Chemistry A'Level 

• Anaesthetist
• Brewery worker
• Chemical engineer
• Chemist
• Criminologist
• Dentist
• Energy engineer
• Food scientist
• Forensic scientist
• Geotechnician
• GP
• Hospital doctor
• Laboratory technician
• Materials engineer
• Minerals surveyor
• Nanotechnologist
• Nurse
• Pharmacist
• Roustabout
• Textile technologist
• Vet

Examples of apprenticeships that relate to chemistry

• Science manufacturing technician - Level:3 (equivalent to A levels at grades A to E). Typical length:18 months
• Laboratory technician - Level:3 (equivalent to A levels at grades A to E). Typical length:18 months

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