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GCE A Level in Physics A

at Gospel Oak School, Tipton · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2025see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Physics is the most fundamental of the sciences, with the ultimate goal to lead us to understand all aspects of how the universe works, from the apparently simple processes to the highly complex. This course is designed for those who want to know how and why the natural world around us works as it does and covers a wide range of Physics topics from the quantum scale of sub-atomic particles to the evolution of our Universe. The course aims to develop an interest and enthusiasm for the subject along with the skill set to complete practical work in laboratory conditions. Further opportunities such as visits to the world leading research centre CERN in Geneva, Switzerland and visits to Iceland are used to embed that enthusiasm and give students the ability to see the practical applications of what is learnt in the classroom.

What you need to get on

You will require a minimum of 5 GCSE's at grades 4-9 including English and grade 5 in Maths as well as Science/Chemistry at grade 6/6. with a strong mark in Physics paper or Triple Science Physics grade 6.

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

  • Gospel Oak School

    Gospel Oak School Bilston Road, Tipton, DY4 0BZ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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