Course Overview
This qualification is part of a full-time programme, studying 3 or 4 A-Level subjects and/or AAQs.
The course itself is split into a grounding taught in the first year, that covers mechanics, materials, electricity, waves and particle physics alongside the essential practical skills.
This A-Level is awarded by AQA.
Year two covers includes an optional module on astrophysics and this is often what stimulates the most intense interest amongst students. The second year will also cover periodic motion, thermal physics, nuclear physics and, most importantly, field theories - perhaps the biggest single difference between the physics you have studied and that which lies ahead.
Whilst Physics is an immensely fun subject to study, it is also typically regarded as one of the more challenging (i.e. success here really demonstrates an impressive level of skills & knowledge to a potential employer/university.) Nobody is born very good at these skills, so Physics is a subject where practising expressing your observations, explanations and mathematical findings in a logical manner is exceptionally important.
Across the two years, you will gain a Physics 'A' level that both universities and employers regard as strong evidence of analytical, mathematical and technical skills. What they do not always appreciate is that many of your marks will have come from your ability to express a written argument - perhaps the most transferrable of the skills you will practice.
Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above which must include English Language, and Physics and Maths at Grade 6 (Combined Science at 7/6 may be considered).
After Your Course
A-Level Physics is an enabling qualification for a wide range of science and engineering degree courses and careers. This in turn leads on to the huge number career opportunities, including non-scientific careers, where skills in reasoning and mathematics are valued, such as law, business, accountancy and finance.
Fees
£2225.00
The current fee information is related to the 2025/26 academic year.
The fee displayed is the course fee. Course fees are charged per course for part-time students. You can pay in full or spread the cost by paying 25% on enrolment and setting up a direct debit mandate for 3 further equal payments. An Advanced loan is available to students enrolling on this course.You may qualify for financial support to cover the cost of this government-funded qualification if any of the below apply to you:
- You are aged 16 to 18 on 31st August of the relevant academic year and are not studying at another school or college
- If you do not already have a Level 3 qualification and are under 24 on 31st August of the relevant academic year
- Have a gross annual income of less than GBP25,000 (means-tested benefit or salary)
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