Physics is a fascinating subject which builds upon your mathematical skills and your ability to think ‘out of the box’ to solve problems.
Physicists look for hidden laws to explain why all matter and energy in the Universe exists, where it comes from and how it behaves the way it does.
If you like asking really big questions, if you want to discover how things around you work, if you’re wondering about the forces which govern the Universe, if you have an inquisitive and curious mind, then Physics is for you.
Year 1 – AS Level
You’ll explore the following:
Year 2 – A Level
You’ll explore the following core elements:
Your knowledge and skills will be assessed in the following ways:
Physics can open the doors to a wide range of careers, for example:
A typical salary for a graduate engineering job with a high-profile employer in the UK is around the £26,000 to £29,000.
You’ll spend a year at each level; a year at AS Level and a year at A Level.
Physics is a subject very well regarded by universities and is important if you want to study engineering.
It is also useful for economics, dentistry, veterinary science and computing.
In order to study A-levels with us, all students need to obtain a strong GCSE grade profile, averaging 6 x Grade 6s.
Individual subjects will also have their own specific requirements. In Physics, you will be expected to have a either a 7 in GCSE Physics or a 76 in GCSE Combined Science along with a 7 in GCSE Maths.
However, if you do not meet this profile, please still come to one of our enrolment events to discuss all of your options with a member of our A-level team.
This course is free to those aged under 19 years old.
Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free or reduced price course fees and there are grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances.
If you already have a full level 3 qualification and are aged 19 years over, you can apply for an Advanced Learning Loan or pay the fee upfront in full and qualify for a 10% discount.
You can get more information at our enrolment events, by calling 0191 490 2246 or email us at [email protected]
Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college. We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.
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View or download our course guide for 16-18 year olds.