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Physics

at Maidstone Grammar School For Girls, Maidstone · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level22 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Physics is a rigorous and well respected qualification which is highly valued by universities. Many students go on to study Science, Medicine, Engineering or Maths at university, but others choose Physics as an interesting and challenging complement to their other subjects. A qualification in Physics is essential for many branches of engineering and recommended for courses in Pure Science, Electronics, Veterinary Science and Medicine. It is also an excellent preparation for many other careers not so obviously related. To make a success of Physics, you should be interested in understanding and explaining physical phenomena and enjoy experimental work. A Level Physics requires a good level of competency in mathematics, and while it is not necessary to take Maths A Level, you will find Physics easier if you do. You will already have come across some of the concepts of physics at GCSE: forces, energy, waves, radioactivity, electricity and magnetism. At A Level you will start to see how these ideas work together, and begin to grasp the universal principles that apply to everything from the smallest atoms to the largest galaxies. Whatever you do in the future the knowledge and skills you gain by studying physics will be useful. Physics is more than a subject - it trains your brain to think beyond boundaries.

What you need to get on

General Sixth Form Entry Requirements: Admission to the Sixth Form will be as a result of applicants achieving a minimum Grade 5 in English Language and Mathematics. In total students need to have achieved at least six GCSEs of which at least four subjects are at Grade 6 (or Grade B). In addition students must meet subject entry requirements. Students meeting only the minimum entry requirements for the sixth form are likely to find the choice of subjects which they can access is restricted. In addition, Grade 6 or above in GCSE Physics or 7-7 or above in GCSE Combined Science. Grade 7 or above in GCSE Mathematics is also required. BTEC Science courses, GCSE Applied Science and GCSE Additional Applied Science are not suitable preparation for this course.

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

  • Maidstone Grammar School for Girls

    GREAT BUCKLAND, MAIDSTONE, ME16 0SF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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