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A Level Physics in Billericay for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration18 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body

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About this course

Free A Level Physics in Billericay. Classes run at Mayflower High School. The course covers mechanics, waves, electricity, thermal physics, particle physics, and practical data skills. It runs full-time over 18 months. Entry requires grades 6-6 in GCSE Combined Science (or a 6 in GCSE Physics if you took Separate Sciences) and a grade 6 in GCSE Maths is recommended. Students not taking A Level Maths are strongly advised to consider AS Level Core Mathematics alongside this course.

Who this course is for

Measurements: Use of SI units, prefixes, estimating errors; Particles: Nuclear radiation, particle physics, particle interactions; Waves: Progressive and standing waves, interference, diffraction; Mechanics: Vectors, energy, projectile motion, Newtons laws of motion; Electricity: Current and voltage, sensor circuits, motors and generators; Practical Skills: Data analysis, interpretation and presentation; Further Mechanics: Forces, circular motion, simple harmonic motion; Thermal Physics: Thermal energy transfer, molecular kinetic theory; Fields: Gravitation, planets and satellites, magnetism, electric fields; Nuclear Physics: Radioactive decay, fission and fusion, nuclear reactors; Medical Physics: Vision, hearing, biological measurements, imaging techniques and therapy; Assessment will be by three 2-hour written papers taken at the end of Year 13.

Entry requirements

CAPS 5 plus grade 6-6 in GCSE Combined Science (if Separate Sciences are undertaken 6-6 including 6 in Physics). Grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics is recommended. Students that are not taking A Level Mathematics are strongly advised to consider taking AS Level Core Mathematics.

What you will learn

  • You'll study SI units, prefixes, and how to estimate and handle measurement errors.
  • You'll explore nuclear radiation, particle physics, and particle interactions.
  • You'll analyse progressive and standing waves, interference, and diffraction.
  • You'll apply Newton's laws of motion, vectors, energy, and projectile motion.
  • You'll investigate current, voltage, sensor circuits, motors, and generators.
  • You'll develop practical skills in data analysis, interpretation, and presentation.
  • You'll examine forces, circular motion, and simple harmonic motion.
  • You'll study thermal physics and the behaviour of gases.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Mayflower High School, with full-time daytime sessions. The AQA A Level is assessed through written examinations at the end of the course. Practical skills are assessed through a separate endorsement, based on work completed during the course. There are no coursework components contributing to the final grade.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Mayflower High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Physics teacher: teach physics in secondary schools after a PGCE
  • Engineering technician: support mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering teams
  • Laboratory technician: work in research, testing, or quality control labs
  • Data analyst: use quantitative skills in business or science settings
  • Nuclear industry trainee: entry-level roles in nuclear energy or safety
  • Aerospace technician: support aircraft or spacecraft design and maintenance
  • Medical physicist: work in NHS imaging or radiotherapy (requires degree)
  • Software developer: strong physics and maths background valued in tech roles

What you could study next

A Level Physics opens the door to university study in physics, engineering, mathematics, computer science, and medicine. You could go on to a BSc or MEng in Physics or Engineering, or a degree in Astrophysics, Materials Science, or Geophysics. If you want to move into teaching, a Physics degree followed by a PGCE is the standard route. Some learners also progress to Higher National Certificates (HNCs) in Engineering as a more applied alternative to a full degree.

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