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Physics

at St John'S Marlborough, Marlborough · other provider

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Physics (from the Greek, φυσικός (phusikos), "natural", and φύσις (phusis) "nature", is the science of nature in the broadest sense. Also known as natural philosophy, physics involves the study of matter and energy, ranging from the sub-atomic particles through to the universe as a whole. Physics is a course for students interested in understanding how things work and why they are as they are; who have wondered why the sky is blue, how the universe is evolving, and what are the fundamental forces and particles of nature, making up all things. Within Physics students learn to apply knowledge and understanding of the world around them to a whole variety of situations, extending their capacity to problem solve and to think in a logical manner as they do so. These skills can then be applied to other subjects as well as to life in general.

What you need to get on

Grade 5 or above in GCSE Science or Physics and 5 or above in GCSE Maths.

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

  • St John's Marlborough

    Granham Hill, Marlborough, SN8 4AX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Marlborough

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