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A Level Physics

at The Blackpool Sixth Form College · sixth form college

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Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

What is it? Physics encompasses the study of the universe from the largest galaxies to the smallest subatomic particles and is crucial to understanding the world around us, inside us and beyond us. Why study this course at Blackpool Sixth? You will benefit from being part of a hub college for the Fylde Coast Ogden Trust Partnership in partnership with Lancaster University. This includes a guest lecture series, Physicist of the Year awards, Gold Crest Awards and visits to relevant locations in the UK and abroad. Specific course entry requirements: Grade 6 in GCSE Maths preferred; a grade 5 may be considered. Grade 6 and 5 from GCSE Combined Science (higher tier), or grade 6 in GCSE Physics (if studied at school). It is highly recommended that you take A Level Maths alongside A Level Physics.

What you need to get on

For our A Level programme, we require at least two GCSEs at (5) (B) grade and three GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including English language and maths. The pass grades need to be in academic GCSEs and relate to your chosen A level courses. Please see our website for specific course requirements.

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

  • Blackpool Sixth Form College

    THE BLACKPOOL SIXTH FORM COLLEGE BLACKPOOL OLD ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY3 7LR

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