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GCE A Level in Physics

at John Port Spencer Academy, Derby · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2022see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

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

Sixth form entry requirements. GCSE grade 5 in Biology (Triple) or 55 in Trilogy Desirable grade 6 in Physical Education, or Merit at BTEC level if taken. If GCSE Physical Education or BTEC Sport was not taken, entry would be by interview, and relevant Physical Education experience outside of school.

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

  • John Port Spencer Academy

    JOHN PORT SPENCER ACADEMY MAIN STREET, DERBY, DE65 6LU

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