Physics
at The Thetford Academy, Thetford · school or sixth form
What the college says
A flexible approach where the specification is divided into topics, each covering different key concepts of physics. As you progress through the course, you’ll build on your knowledge of the laws of physics, applying your understanding to areas from sub-atomic particles to the entire universe.
What you need to get on
5 GCSE's grades 9-4 with Maths at grade 6 and ONE of grade 5 in Physics Higher Tier OR grade 55 in Combined Science from Higher Tier.
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 Thetford Academy
Croxton Road, Thetford, IP24 1LH
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Start dates
- 5 September 2026 · Thetford
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