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GCE A Level in Physics

at Maidstone Grammar School, Maidstone · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Physics at A Level is a challenging and thought provoking course about the nature of the universe, in which a good grade will distinguish you from the crowd. You will be further developing some of the core principles covered at GCSE such as forces and electricity as well as new areas such as quantum phenomena, gravitational fields and relativity. Physics is the backbone of the Engineering industry, but is also highly regarded in other careers such as Medicine, Architecture, Computer Science, Music Technology, Finance and Law. The problem solving skills that you develop and the mathematical aptitude you achieve during the Physics course, make it a highly regarded subject. Students study the new AQA syllabus Physics A Level. As part of the course, students will be given opportunities to use modern technology including data logging equipment and to participate in practical work to support the theory. The subject is delivered by two teachers for each class. The department aims to provide support to the students taking the course through the use of regular weekly Physics clinics and revision sessions prior to exams. For the 2 year A Level course: Core Content: Measurements and their errors. Particles and radiation. Waves. Mechanics and materials. Electricity. Further Mechanics and Thermal Physics. Fields and their consequences. Nuclear Physics. Turning Points in Physics. The new A Level positively incorporates the use of practicals throughout the course which are tested in the thi

What you need to get on

To study this course, you are expected to achieve a Grade 7 or higher in GCSE Physics, or a Grade 7 in Double Science with a Grade 7 in the Physics components. Also, at least Grade 6 in GCSE Maths and English.

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

  • Maidstone Grammar School

    BARTON ROAD, MAIDSTONE, ME15 7BT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · MAIDSTONE

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