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Physics

at Lancaster Royal Grammar School, Lancaster · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Why is the sky blue? What are you made of? How does Joe Root hit the ball so far? How does your mobile phone work? In Physics we look at things from quarks (and they make atoms look gigantic!) right up to galaxies. This course aims to bring Physics alive and make it relevant to your everyday life. The world (and Universe) around you works in a very special way and we are trying to understand it as much as possible and to use what we find out to improve the lives of those on this planet. You will develop your knowledge and understanding of the Laws of Physics. They govern the Universe and each of our lives. As if that is not enough, you will learn how to design and carry out experiments, to think logically, how to apply what you know to new situations and develop many new skills. We will introduce you gradually to new ideas which you will be able to test out by doing practical work. You will do plenty of practical work to improve your skills, to help you to understand the theory and because it is an important part of Physics. There will be helpful demonstrations, audiovisual resources and practice questions which will help you to develop your understanding of Physics. There will also be opportunities to discuss concepts and to ask questions and then you'll be able to start coming up with your own ideas which you can bring back to the rest of the group. You will study topics including: Particles and radiation, waves, mechanics and materials, electricity, further mechanics and t

What you need to get on

48 points at GCSE and above

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

  • Lancaster Royal Grammar School

    East Road, Lancaster, LA1 3EF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Lancaster

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