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GCE A Level in Physics A

at Highgate Wood Secondary School, London · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Studying Physics provides an excellent grounding for many science related degree courses, including medicine, engineering and mechanics. However it is also a good base for a wide range of other careers including communications, architecture, aviation and construction.The course combines the development of practical skills as well as theoretical understandings.

What you need to get on

Grade 6 in GCSE Maths, Grade 6 in GCSE Physics or Grade 7 in combined Science if that course was followed

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

  • Highgate Wood Secondary School

    Montenotte Road, London, N8 8RN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · London

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