GCE A Level in Physics A
at King Edward Vi Grammar School, Chelmsford, Chelmsford · school or sixth form
What the college says
This course is for students who want to continue studying physics after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the topics like forces and electricity, but the A level will give you the chance to study these and some new ones, in much greater depth. You might be choosing physics because you're headed for a scientific career, though it will give you transferable skills that can be used in a wide range of non-scientific careers too. You'll need a keen interest in the subject and good mathematical skills.
What you need to get on
The requirements for admission into Year 12 are: An average points score of at least 6.625 across the best eight subjects. This will be calculated as follows: GCSEs will score according to the grade, i.e. a grade 7 would score 7 points for KEGS admission purposes. A suitably high GCSE grade, grade 7 or better, in each chosen subject of study. Reformed grade 4 or higher must be achieved at GCSE in a modern foreign language. There need to be available places in the teaching sets for each subject.
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
King Edward VI Grammar School
Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 3SX
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Start dates
- 30 August 2026 · Chelmsford
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