A Level Physics
at St Anselm'S Catholic School, Canterbury, Canterbury · school or sixth form
What the college says
Physics is an extremely useful subject for the majority of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths) careers. You’ll find physicists everywhere, such as in industry, transport, government, universities, the armed forces, the secret service, games companies and research labs. Physics is especially helpful for jobs that involve building things and developing new technologies, including all types of engineering, astronomy, robotics, renewable energies, computer science, communications, space exploration, science writing, sports and games technology, research and nanotechnology. It will help you to build up your problem solving, research, and analytical skills. With these skills you’ll be able to test out new ideas plus question and investigate other people’s theories, which is useful for any kind of job that involves research or debate.
What you need to get on
Entry requirement is 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including a grade 6-6 in GCSE Combined Science or a grade 6 in the relevant GCSE Separate Science Course, plus a minimum of a grade 5 in 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
St Anselm's Catholic School
OLD DOVER ROAD, CANTERBURY, CT1 3EN
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · CANTERBURY
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