A Level Physics
Northampton Academy - West Northamptonshire
01604210017
Wellingborough Road, Northampton, NN3 8NH
Course summary

‘A Physicists journey starts with putting two numbers together and ends with taking the universe apart’. If you have an enquiring mind, enjoy a challenge and like solving problems, give yourself the best chance by studying Physics. From the smallest particles inside the atom to the great clusters of galaxies Physics helps us to understand how our world works.

Entry requirements

Grade 7 in Physics (or 7-7 in Combined Science) and Grade 7 in Maths Five GCSE Grade 5 or above including English Language and Mathematics please see the subject specific requirement

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1: Periodic motion and particles and radiation through to electricity (34%) Paper 2: Thermal physics, nuclear physics and fields (34%) Paper 3: Section A: Practical skills, section B: Astrophysics (32%)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityWest Northamptonshire
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressWellingborough Road, Northampton, NN3 8NH