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A-level Physics

at Bishop Heber High School, Malpas · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

A Level Physics is examined by 3 written papers at the end of year 13 covering all the work completed over the 2 years. Each paper is 2hours long. Papers 1 and 2 each consist of 85 marks of short and long answer questions and are both worth 34% of the A level. Paper 3 consists of 80 marks and is 32% of the A level. Paper 1 assesses knowledge on measurement and their errors, particles and radiation, waves, mechanics and materials, electricity, and part of topic 6 which is circular motion. Question style is in the form of short, long and multiple choice. Paper 2 assessed the rest of topic 6, further mechanics, 7, fields and their consequences, and 8, nuclear physics with assumed knowledge from the previous topics. Question style is in the form of short, long and multiple choice. Paper 3 assesses practical technique and data analysis, and an optional topic. In addition, students are required to carry out a minimum of 12 practicals over years 12 and 13 and must keep a practical book which includes all their practicals including results tables, data analysis, methods, conclusions. Students are then awarded a pass (or fail ) for their practical work.

What you need to get on

5 Grade 4 or above including Maths and English Language plus grade 6 in Science at Higher Tier and a grade 6 in Maths.

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

  • Bishop Heber High School

    Chester Road, Malpas, SY14 8JD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Malpas

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