Physics
at Esher College, Thames Ditton · college
What the college says
Physics is about understanding how nature behaves from the smallest possible scale, deep inside the atom to the largest conceivable distance, stretching across the entire universe. You will discover how physicists use observations and measurements to devise theories and laws, which are then refined through further testing. You will examine the application of Physics to the development of a wide range of technologies.
What you need to get on
The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.
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
Esher Sixth Form College
Weston Green Road, Thames Ditton, KT7 0JB
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Thames Ditton
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