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GCE A Level in Physics

at The Spires College, Torquay · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsPart timeFree

What the college says

Advanced Level Physics is a challenging, rewarding course that will help you to develop skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career. Advanced Level Physics is, and always has been, a universally valued academic subject, accepted by all Further and Higher Education establishments, as well as being a fascinating study in its own right. Unlike the other sciences, physics has not limits- everything in your life, on this planet, and on other planets to the far reaches of the Universe and beyond is in the physics' job description.

What you need to get on

Grades 6 - 6 or above in GCSE Combined Science or Grade 6 or above in GCSE Physics and Grade 6 or above in in GCSE Chemistry or GCSE Biology. You must also achieve Grade 6 or above in GCSE Mathematics. All Level 3 courses require 5 GCSEs 9-4.

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

  • The Spires College

    Westlands Lane, Torquay, TQ1 3PE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Torquay

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