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AQA Level 3 Advanced GCE in Physics

at Cowley International College, St. Helens · college

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionNeeds attention2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Studying Physics strengthens quantitative reasoning and problem solving skills that are valuable in areas beyond Physics. The course includes Particles and Quantum Physics and students will develop their understanding further to actually understand what E=mc2 is about. There is also a look at Astrophysics to find out how to estimate the age of the universe and to detect planets.

What you need to get on

5 GCSEs or equivalent, grade 9 - 4, including Maths and English Language. In addition a grade 6 -6 or above in Combined Science or a grade 6 or above in GCSE Physics is required. Due to the Mathematical content, students are required to achieve a minimum grade 6 in GCSE Maths, and students who are not sitting Maths A-level should undertake a Core Maths element in their timetable.

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

  • Cowley International College

    Hard Lane, St Helens, WA10 6LB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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