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A level Physics

at Holyhead School, Birmingham · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2020see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A-level Physics will allow you to appreciate how fundamental science works and to study optional topics including Astrophysics, Medical physics or Applied physics. A-level Physics builds on the concepts and skills developed in the Physics studied at GCSE. Particle physics introduces you to the fundamental properties and nature of matter, radiation and quantum phenomena. The principles and applications of mechanics, materials and waves are also studied. This course provides a foundation for studying a variety of subjects at university including: Engineering, Optometry, Radiography, Medicine and Physics. Physics is also useful for those who want careers in Engineering, Electronics, Meteorology, Astronomy, Space Exploration and Nanotechnology industries. Some of you may even choose to become teachers of Physics!

What you need to get on

Grade 6 in Mathematics, Grade 6-6 in Combined Science or a Grade 6 in Physics GCSE (high Grade 5 results will be considered). You will also need to study A level Mathematics to study A level Physics due to the demanding mathematics requirements of this course.

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

  • Holyhead School

    Milestone Lane Handsworth, Birmingham, B21 0HN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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