Physics A Level

Applications Open - 21st November 2025

Closing Date for applications is Friday 13th February 2026.

Applications are still welcomed after the February closing date, and we will still try to ensure that each person's subject options are possible.

Entry Requirements - Please see our prospectus for grades needed

How to Apply -

ALL applications are to be made via KentChoices - if you do not have log in details, please speak to your school. If you are applying from outside of our area or an Independent school please email ccvioffice@ccgrammarschool.co.uk

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Closing Date for applications is Friday 13th February 2026.

Applications are still welcomed after the February closing date, and we will still try to ensure that each person's subject options are possible.

What is the course about?

Physics will teach you how to communicate effectively and how to research and think critically about problems. A level Physics takes some of the topics you studied at GCSE into more depth, so that it builds upon previous knowledge. It also introduces new topics such as quantum phenomena, field theory and medical physics. You will carry out practical investigations as you did at GCSE, to help your understanding.

For whom is the course suitable?

The course is aimed at interested students who have achieved at least a grade 7 in GCSE Physics or 7,7 in GCSE Combined: Trilogy (Physics Component).

A grade 7 in Mathematics at GCSE is also recommended to show the ability to cope with the high mathematical content.

Choose Physics if:

· You are an able and confident mathematician

. You intend to pursue a career or further studies in Physics, engineering or another science related field

. You have enjoyed studying Physics, even if you are not sure of taking it at tertiary level

Teaching Methods and Homework commitment

A wide variety of teaching and learning styles are used. These will involve students in:

· Using practical techniques to carry out investigations

· Solving problems using mathematical techniques as well as non mathematical concepts

· Studying the applications of Physics

Students are expected to spend a minimum of 5 hours a week, outside lesson time. This will involve a wide variety of activities including problem solving, background reading and researching topics.

What could I go on to do at the end of the course?

You will acquire skills and knowledge that will be useful for any occupation. In particular, your problem solving skills will be sought after by universities and companies. Many physicists have careers in engineering or research where they investigate the latest theories at the cutting edge of technology.

Method of Study and Assessment

Module 1—Development of practical skills Module 4—Electrons, waves & photons

Module 2—Foundation of physics Module 5—Newtonian world & astrophysics

Module 3—Forces & motion Module 6—Particles & medical physics

At A level — Paper 1 can assess content from Modules 1, 3 & 5

Paper 2 Modules 1, 2, 4 & 6 plus any material appropriately flagged within specification from Modules 1-6

Paper 3 content from Modules 1-6

A Level course

Paper 1– Modelling Physics

Multiple choice & Structured questions 2 hours 15 mins– 37% of A Level

Paper 2—Exploring Physics

Multiple choice & Structured questions 2 hours 15 mins– 37% of A Level

Paper 3 Unified Physics

Written Paper – 1 hour 30 minutes—26% of A Level

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See Prospectus on school website for details