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A Level Physics

at Stretford Grammar School, Manchester · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level9 monthsFull time

What the college says

SPECIFICATION A Level AQA Physics 7408 OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE A Level Physics takes students into the heart of what is widely regarded as the most fundamental of all sciences. Studying Physics can see students grasping the scope of massive galaxies or probing the tiniest component particles of atoms. Physics is the study of how everything works as well as the basic rules of the universe and is full of challenges and opportunities. It is a problem-solving subject at its core. SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE COURSE Various trips and talks take place throughout the year, for example a one-day particle Physics Masterclass at Daresbury Laboratory in Cheshire and various lectures at the University of Manchester and other venues. The department is also involved with the Ogden Trust which promotes Physics through various extra-curricular activities.

What you need to get on

Attainment 8 score of 60 (calculated from the best 8 GCSEs), including Maths & English Language to at least grade 5. Students must attain grade 6 in the subjects they will study. Where subjects haven't been studied at GCSE (e.g. Psychology, Economics etc.) then grade 6s in English and or Maths is expected. Students must attain grade 6 in Maths to study Sciences. Where students take more than one of Chemistry, Physics, Maths & Biology we recommend grade 7s in these subjects.

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

  • STRETFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL

    GRANBY ROAD STRETFORD, MANCHESTER, M32 8JB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · MANCHESTER

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