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A Level in Physics

at Ulverston Victoria High School, Ulverston · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

These courses build on GCSE knowledge and understanding, and students will be introduced to new ideas which include the current ideas of particle and quantum physics. Staff are well qualified physics specialists, experienced and keen to support students throughout their studies. Students are advised to support their physics studies with AS level maths. If this is not the case, additional tutoring in the required mathematics may be provided within the physics department. During the AS course students will study quantum phenomena, electricity, mechanics, properties of materials and waves. A2 students will follow the AS course in their first year and will then study fields, further mechanics, nuclear and thermal physics as well as an introduction to astrophysics and medical physics. Experimental techniques are a common thread to all AS and A2 topics but will only be assessed at A2 level.

What you need to get on

Students who take either AS or A2 Level Physics will be expected to have received GCSE Physics or GCSE Additional Science teaching at higher level and achieved at least grade B in final exam. Students are also required to have a grade 6(B) in GCSE Mathematics.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Ulverston Victoria Sixth Form

    Springfield Road, Ulverston, LA12 0EB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Ulverston

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