A-Level Physics
at Blackburn College, Blackburn · college
What the college says
Physics is one of the most exciting and interesting subjects you can study and it is crucial in understanding the world around us. Discoveries in physics have led to revolutionary inventions, including light bulbs, aeroplanes and the internet, and will certainly contribute to future technological innovations. Physicists study the universe from the smallest subatomic particles to the largest galaxies, combining imagination with systematic reasoning to unlock many of the universe’s secrets.
What you need to get on
You will need 4 GCSEs at grade 5 or above with at least a grade 4 in GCSE English Language. You will also need a Grade 6 in Maths & Grade 5 in Physics or Grade 5 in Core & Additional Sciences and taking A-Level 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
Blackburn College
Feilden Street, BLACKBURN, BB2 1LH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · BLACKBURN
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