GCE A Level in Physics A
at Queensbury Academy, Dunstable · school or sixth form
What the college says
The Physics A specification is designed to inspire students. The course will develop their interest in and enthusiasm for the subject, including developing an interest in further study and careers associated with Physics. Physics A has a content-led approach i.e. a flexible approach where the specification is divided into topics, each covering different key concepts of physics. As students progress through the course they will build on their knowledge of the laws of Physics, applying their understanding to solve problems on topics ranging from sub-atomic particles to the entire universe.
What you need to get on
GCSE Grade 6 or above in Maths and Core and Additional Science OR the Triple Sciences.
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
Queensbury Academy
Langdale Road, Dunstable, LU6 3BU
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Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · Dunstable
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