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Physics A Level

at The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Students are guided through this course and prepared for the examination by an experienced and well-qualified department, which has an impressive track record in dealing with a wide range of A-level students. Our aim is to build on GCSE performance in order to maximise the outcome at A-level. We take great care to meet the needs of our students, many of which are destined for high profile engineering or science degree courses. (We also offer the chance to compete in the British Physics Olympiad). The following gives more detail of the basic course and the approach to success. There are three exams taken in June of year 13. All three exams contain short answer questions, synoptic assessment and some extended responses questions. These test students understanding of both theoretical and experimental physics. During the course learners will also complete a minimum of 12 assessed experiments during lessons to enable to them to achieve the Practical endorsement in physics. This is scored as a pass or fail and is reported separately to the performance in the three exams. Aims and Objectives The syllabus provides a course which covers the needs of students who will enter employment at 18+, as well as those who will continue to further education. In doing so, it aims to: i foster a knowledge and understanding of physics through an experimental approach ii provide an insight into the way in which physics under-pins modern technology iii develop manipulative and observational skills iv

What you need to get on

NHGS Sixth Form entry requirements including a Grade 7 or above in Physics or a minimum of two Grade 7s in Science at GCSE. You will also need a Grade 6 or above in GCSE Mathematics.

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 North Halifax Grammar School

    MOOR BOTTOM ROAD, HALIFAX, HX2 9SU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · HALIFAX

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