Physics A Level AQA
at Barnsley College, Barnsley · college
What the college says
A Level Physics is a challenging course but if you possess a deep interest in how things work then it is also immensely rewarding. You will study the physics of the smallest particle, the galaxies and the universe itself. A Levels simply do not get bigger in scope than this one. In the first year you will learn about particles, quantum phenomena and electricity, as well as fundamental particles, from protons to photons, this is always an exciting part for new students and underpins what you do next. The next topic is quantum phenomena where you will enter the world of the small and the weird! We will explore electricity where you will learn about circuits, how we use electricity, explore electrons and ions, and consider how we have been making electricity work for us since 1887. Topics in the second year include: fields and further mechanics, looking at imaginary lines of force that apply across the entire universe, how they work and why they are so important, and explaining all types of motion. You will also study nuclear, thermal and cosmological physics. Studying Physics can be a springboard to a number of careers and you could progress into higher education to study astronomy, dentistry, engineering, forensic science, medicine, sound recording, veterinary science or finance. Career possibilities include architect, biotechnologist, communications worker, computer technician, electrician, energy sector worker, engineer, medical physicist, patent lawyer, science journalist o
What you need to get on
As an inclusive Sixth Form College we are confident that we have a range of A Level courses suited to learners of all GCSE Grade 6 or above in Mathematics plus an entrance test. Given the fundamental underpinning of mathematics, you will need to take A Level Mathematics alongside Physics.
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 Mary's Place - Sixth Form
St Marys Place, Barnsley, S70 2SR
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Barnsley
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