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Physics (A Level)

at FAIRFAX, Sutton Coldfield · other provider

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Physicists are the greediest scientists around as they’ve chosen to study the entire universe. No big deal... Physicists look for all the hidden laws that explain why all matter (that’s every physical thing) and energy in the known universe exists, where it comes from and how it behaves the way it does. Physicists use the laws they uncover to develop new materials, machinery, and technology to improve our lives and help us explore the universe further, from computers to telescopes and spacecraft. Physics will help you to build up your problem solving, research, and analytical skills. With these skills you’ll be able to test out new ideas plus question and investigate other people’s theories, which is useful for any kind of job that involves research or debate. Physics is especially helpful for jobs that involve building things and developing new technologies, including: engineering (flight, buildings, space, you name it…), astronomy, robotics, renewable energies, computer science, communications, space exploration, science writing, sports and games technology, research and nanotechnology (that’s engineering on a seriously tiny molecular scale). Due to the changes to the physics course and the large demand for places, this year, we have increased our entry criteria to a grade A at GCSE. YEAR 12: TOPICS STUDIED: In year 1 physics contains five modules Measurements and their errors, Particles and radiation, Waves, Mechanics and materials and Electricity ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE: No

What you need to get on

Applicants will need to have a minimum of 5 grades 9-4 (or A*-C) GCSEs, including English and Mathematics, and 7/7 in Core/Additional Science or grade 7 in Triple Science. Internal applicants who meet the minimum academic entrance requirements will be offered a place automatically. All successful applicants will be required to sign a sixth form code of conduct in recognition of the Academy's expectations of sixth form students in terms of their behaviour, punctuality and attendance.

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

  • Fairfax

    Fairfax Road, Sutton Coldfield, B75 7JT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Sutton Coldfield

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