Free A Level Physics in Hillingdon. Classes run at Vyners School. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers the core principles of physics alongside optional specialist topics including astrophysics, medical physics, and electronics. You'll develop practical skills, data analysis, and mathematical reasoning throughout. Entry requires strong GCSE grades in science and maths; you'll also need to be studying A Level Mathematics alongside this course. The AQA level 3 a level physics qualification is widely used as a foundation for university study in science, engineering, and related fields.
Who this course is for
In Physics there will be opportunities for you to:
study and apply physics relevant in the real world,
meet entirely new ideas and ways of thinking,
develop practical and data analysis skills,
see how physics links to other sciences and mathematics,
use your imagination,
place physics in a social and historical context and argue about the issues that arise,
use information and communication technology,
study optional topics that will be of special interest.
Entry requirements
76 in Combined Science and 7 in Mathematics and study A Level Mathematics. Triple Science, 7 in Physics & 6 in Chemistry or Biology, 7 in Mathematics and study A Level Mathematics.
What you will learn
You'll study mechanics, electricity, waves, and the core principles of physics.
You'll develop practical experimental skills and learn to analyse data accurately.
You'll explore how physics connects to mathematics and other sciences.
You'll choose from optional topics such as astrophysics, medical physics, engineering physics, or electronics.
You'll learn to place physics in its social and historical context.
You'll use mathematical and computational tools to solve physics problems.
You'll build skills in scientific reasoning and evidence-based argument.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching, practical experiments, and data analysis tasks. Assessment is by written examinations at the end of the two-year course. Practical skills are assessed separately through a Practical Endorsement, recorded on your certificate. The AQA specification includes a required set of practical activities carried out during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Vyners 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 design and testing in engineering firms
Data analyst: work with data in tech, finance, or research sectors
Laboratory technician: carry out scientific testing and analysis
Software developer: apply mathematical thinking in tech roles
Acoustic consultant: measure and manage sound in built environments
Nuclear technician: work in energy or defence sectors with further training
What you could study next
BSc Physics (university degree): the most direct next step after your a level physics qualification, leading to research, industry, or teaching careers.
MEng Engineering (university degree): combines physics with engineering principles; strong option if you're drawn to the engineering physics topic.
BSc Computer Science: builds on the mathematical and analytical skills developed in this course.
Foundation Year in Science: an alternative university entry route if you want to strengthen your knowledge before a full degree.
