Physics

Physics is an exciting subject which aims to explain how things work, from the smallest of particles to the vastness of galaxies and the universe. With a Physics A level you will develop skills in physics, maths, technical writing, observation, measuring instruments, research, and independent work.

Physics has become increasingly important in the world of work, changing our leisure time and influencing technology. It solves problems, helps diagnose medical conditions, creates new materials, suggests possible solutions to the energy crisis, and is the science behind the internet.

Topics covered at A level include the fundamental theories in physics. You will gain insight into a range of topics including atomic structure, radioactivity, particle interactions at the quark level, quantum physics, vectors, forces, linear motion and momentum, material, and thermal physics.

Progression routes
As a discipline, physics is used in many areas of industry including engineering, health and biomedicine, public services, utilities, environmental monitoring, education, computing, to mention but a few. Physics will develop your problem-solving, research, and analytical skills.

Entry criteria:

Please see entry requirements overview page.

	Start Date	September 2021
	Duration 2 years		Study Mode Full-time

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What you learn

Benefits and skills you will develop

Assessment

Entry requirements

The general requirements for direct entry to our two-year A level programmes are five GCSEs including English and maths at grade A*-C or equivalent, plus two additional GCSEs or BTECs at grade A*-C or the equivalent.

For students applying with new 1-9 grade tier GCSE qualifications in maths or English, we will consider a grade 4 as equivalent to grade C in terms of our general entry requirements. However, please be aware that specific subjects may require grade 5 or above in GCSE English or maths.

Applicants with five GCSEs at grade 9-4/A*-C including English and maths, but without the two additional 9-4/A*-C equivalent qualifications may be considered, dependent on individual circumstances, at the discretion of the Head or Deputy Head of Leeds Sixth Form College.

Students with a GCSE average score of below 5.7 (mostly C/4s at GCSE) will follow the three A level programme, whilst students with a GCSE average score of 5.7/6 (mostly B and above at GCSE) or above are encouraged to study four A level subjects. Our expert staff will help you to work out your expected average GCSE score for guidance.

In addition to our general entry criteria, some subjects have their own additional criteria.

For this A level, additional entry requirements include a grade 9-5 in GCSE Physics or grade 9-5 in GCSE Combined Science and grade 9-5 in GCSE Maths.

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