Physics A Level

Applications Open - 13th October 2025

Applications Close - Not applicable

Entry Requirements - 5 x 4-9 grades, including English and maths. Individual course criteria apply

How to Apply -

External Students Please apply via KentChoices. Please note - after sending your application, you'll receive a welcome email from Applicaa asking for further information. https://www.kentprospectus.co.uk/login.

Internal students - apply via Applicaa - you will receive an email from Applicaa on 27th November, or use the link here - https://abbey.applicaa.com/

Contact ncrouch@abbeyschoolfaversham.co.uk with any questions

The qualification consists of nine units across the two years, all of which are mandatory and externally assessed. There is one option topic in Year 2.

Year 1

· Measurements and their errors

· Particles and radiation

· Waves

· Mechanics and energy

· Electricity

YEAR 2

· Further mechanics and thermal physics

· Fields

· Nuclear physics

· Option Topic: Astrophysics (If demand is strong enough, the optional topic may change to one from: Medical Physics, Engineering Physics, Turning points in Physics or Electronics)

The course features a range of practical activities which are undertaken during topic teaching and are examined in the final year exams. There are three exams at the end of the two years for A-level, all of which are two hours long. At least 15% of the marks for A-level Physics are based on what you learned in your practical activities.

A Minimum of a Grade 5 in English Language and Mathematics and a grade 6-6 in Combined Science or Grade 6 in GCSE Physics.

This qualification will provide learners with a broad understanding of Physics to support progress to higher education. This qualification can also prepare learners to take up employment in the applied science sector, either directly after achieving the qualification or via higher education.

Studying this qualification will enable learners to develop their knowledge and understanding of Physics principles, as well as those scientific practical skills recognised by higher education institutions and employers to be most important. The qualification also offers learners an opportunity to develop transferable skills such as problem-solving, research and communication as part of their learning.