A Level Physics
at Bolton Sixth Form College, Bolton · sixth form college
What the college says
Would you like to study a science which underpins our newest and future technologies? Physics underpins all science and engineering and is crucial to careers in aerospace and automobile engineering, medical sciences, electronics and space exploration. Physicists are crucial in developing the quickest computers, to the fastest cars and the tallest buildings. Physics will challenge and stretch your imagination, analysing everything from the smallest particle to the universe itself.
What you need to get on
If you studied Combined Science you will be expected to have a double grade 6 in Science and grade 6 in Mathematics (higher grade tier) If you studied separate sciences, you will be expected to have GCSE grade 6 in Physics grade 6 from Chemistry or Biology and grade 6 in Mathematics. You will also be expected to have English Language at grade 5 and the remainder no less than grade 5/4. You are strongly advised to also study A Level Mathematics, as this is essential to study Physics at university
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
The Sixth Form Bolton
Deane Road, Bolton, BL3 5BU
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Bolton
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