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GCE A Level in Physics

at Shirley High School Performing Arts College, Croydon · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

We've provided five optional topics as part of the full A-level course so students can focus on their areas of interest: Astrophysics Medical physics Turning points in physics Engineering physics (re-branded Applied physics) Electronics.

What you need to get on

Students are required to have a grade '5' in English and Maths GCSE. Must have a minimum of '6' in this subject.

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

  • Shirley High School Performing Arts College

    Shirley Church Road, Croydon, CR0 5EF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Croydon

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