A Level Physics
at Seaford Head School, Seaford · school or sixth form
What the college says
Physicists seek to understand the physical universe in order to predict its behaviour. Physics, as a part of science, provides a picture of how the world behaves and how the laws of nature operate: it cannot answer the question why they operate in this way. What are the benefits of taking this course? The OCR A Level Physics course has been developed to follow on from the Additional Double and Triple award GCSE science courses and covers the following topics; Foundations of Physics Forces and Motion Electrons, Waves and Photons The Newtonian World and Astrophysics Particles and Medical Physics Few other subjects offer such a wealth of education and employment possibilities. Teaching and learning methods include formal teaching, group work, a field trip, practical work, discussions and debates, films and videos and student-led presentations. It is helpful to study A level Maths alongside Physics, although this is not essential. Other subjects which combine well with Physics include all sciences and technologies, geography, ICT, English. What could I go on to next? Physics provides a route into many careers and university courses, including engineering, astronomy and aeronautics as well as many less obvious routes such as accountancy and management.
What you need to get on
GCSE Grade 66 or above in Combined Science or grades 666 in separate Sciences and grade 6 in GCSE 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
Seaford Head School 6th Form Centre
Steyne Road, Seaford, BN25 1AL
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Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · Seaford
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