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GCE A Level Physics

at Sunderland College, Sunderland · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level153 hoursPart time

What the college says

Throughout this logical subject you will study fascinating topics such as particles, quantum phenomena, electricity, mechanics, materials and waves, momentum, circular and simple harmonic motion, gravitational and elecrric fields, magnetic fields, and nuclear and astrophysics.

What you need to get on

You will need 5 GCSEs at grade 5-9, a grade 6 in Maths alongside plus Combined Science Grade 6 or Physics and another Science at 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

  • Hartlepool Sixth Form

    Brinkburn Blakelock Road, Hartlepool, TS25 5PF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Hartlepool

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