BTEC National Diploma in Engineering
at Sgs Berkeley Green Utc · school or sixth form
What the college says
This course is for students who want to continue studying physics after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the topics like forces and electricity, but the A level will give you the chance to study these and some new ones, in much greater depth. You might be choosing physics because you're headed for a scientific career, though it will give you transferable skills that can be used in a wide range of non-scientific careers too. To study Physics A level, you'll need a keen interest in science and good maths skills.
What you need to get on
4-5 GCSEs including Maths, Physics and English
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
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
SGS BERKELEY GREEN UTC
Science and Technology Park, Berkeley, GL13 9FB
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Berkeley
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