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Application Instructions
***** Please note, applications have now closed for September 2026 Sixth Form Admissions *****
Applications Open - Midday, 9 January 2026
Applications Close - Midday, 6 February 2026
School Entry Requirements: -
As a basic entry requirement to join our Sixth Form, you must have achieved at least 6 GCSE subjects at Grade 6 or above including:
at least a Grade 5 in English
at least a Grade 5 in Mathematics
and the specific entry requirements for each of your subjects.
How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices ***Now Closed***
Course Summary
We are looking for students with enthusiasm to understand the physical world around them and with the determination to be successful. It is not a requirement that students studying Physics also study Maths, but a good grasp of basic algebra is essential and combined study of A Level Maths would be beneficial. Please note that about 40% of the total marks in the A Level Physics exams will require the use of Level 2 (Higher tier GCSE) mathematical skills. The AQA Physics A specification is based around a common core of knowledge and skills and provides the skills and knowledge required to progress into Higher Education in a wide range of subjects such as Physics and Engineering as well as Medicine, Oceanography, Meteorology and Veterinary Sciences.
Course Details
Unit 1:
Particles, Quantum Phenomena and Electricity
Unit 2:
Mechanics, Materials and Waves
Year 12 Practical Components include 6 standard investigations assessed in the final examination paper
Unit 3:
Fields and Further Mechanics
Units 4 and 5:
Nuclear Physics, Thermal Physics and an Optional Topic from a choice of Astrophysics, Medical Physics, Engineering Physics or Turning Points in Physics or Electronics
Year 13 Practical Components include 6 standard investigations assessed in the final examination paper
How will it be delivered and assessed?
The A Level course is assessed by three 2 hour terminal examinations. Papers will cover the knowledge content and application of Physics concepts in Units 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 and will include a mix of long and short answer questions, along with a number of multiple choice sections. The 12 standard practical tasks which are used to gather data and assess skills are also formally assessed in the terminal examinations.
Entry requirements
Students will require Grade 7 from the Physics components of GCSE Core and Additional Science or a Grade 7 from GCSE Separate Award Physics. In addition students will require Grade 7 in GCSE Maths.
