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Physics A Level 3

at The Skinners' School, Tunbridge Wells · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionStrong standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This is now a terminal exam with all written papers at the end of the two year course. Paper 1 will test your knowledge and understanding of: Measurements and their errors, particle physics, radiation, waves, mechanics and materials, electric circuits and simple harmonic motion. Paper 2 will test your knowledge and understanding of: Momentum and circular motion, thermal physics, electric fields, gravitational fields, magnetic fields and nuclear physics. It will also be assumed that you still have the relevant knowledge of the topics tested in paper 1. Paper 3 will test your knowledge and understanding of: Practical skills, data analysis, ONE of the following optional topics ? astrophysics, medical physics, engineering physics, turning points (a history of significant developments in physics) or electronics. Papers 1 and 2 are each worth 34% of the A-level, and will consist of short structured questions, longer written questions and multiple choice questions. Paper 3 is worth 32%, and consists only of short and long questions. All papers are two hours. During the course you will develop a portfolio of compulsory practical work as you build up your skills. There will be questions based on this work in paper 3. There is no longer a practical exam.

What you need to get on

50 points over 8 best GCSEs.

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

  • The Skinners' School

    ST. JOHNS ROAD, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, TN4 9PG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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