Physics A Level
at Longsands Academy, St. Neots · school or sixth form
What the college says
hysics is the study of how the Universe works; from the unfathomably small e.g. the interaction between two electrons, to the unfathomably large e.g. the interaction between two galaxies, and everything in between. It includes the study of challenging, abstract concepts such as quantum theory and particle physics. It also covers ‘‘everyday’’ phenomena such as materials, motion, waves and electricity. A greatly valued A Level due to the high level of demand and academic rigour. Transferable to many, many other areas. Looked at extremely favourably by universities and employers. Tests a wide range of skills and abilities to solve problems dealing with the physical world. Further study of mechanics, engineering, electronics and optics tends to require students to have A-Levels in Physics and Maths. Physics demonstrates an ability to think logically as well as a high degree of resilience due to the difficult nature of the course. The department runs weekly clinics after school. The department organises a trip to the Cambridge University Physics Department (Cavendish Lab) and a Cambridge College. There is also a CERN trip to Geneva.
What you need to get on
Students must have achieved at least five strong passes (to at least Grade 5) at GCSE level, including: English Language to at least Grade 5 GCSE a Grade 7 in Separate GCSE Physics or a minimum of a Grade 7-6 in GCSE Trilogy/Combined Science with a Grade 7 average on your GCSE Physics papers. Maths should also be a minimum of a GCSE Grade 6.
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
Longsands Academy
LONGSANDS ROAD, ST. NEOTS, PE19 1LQ
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · ST. NEOTS
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