All learners at Oaklands College take part in an initial assessment in Maths and English. This helps us to ensure that everyone reaches their full potential.
Mode of study
Full Time
Start date
02/09/2027
Entry requirements
As well as the basic college requirements to start studying A levels, you must have gained at least grade BB in GCSE Science or Physics and grade B in Maths. It is strongly recommended that you hold grade A in additional Science. You must have a grade D or above in AS Physics to progress onto A2 Physics.
Teaching staff
You will be taught by a skilled and qualified Physics tutor.
Course Code
A2PHYA1P
Duration
2-Year
Location
St Albans Campus
Awarding body
AQA Education
Assessment
Assessment is in 3 units at A2 Level
Assessment is by examination only and is designated to test:
Knowledge and understanding of physics facts, concepts and principles
Handling, applying and evaluation information data
Design, planning, performance and evaluation of simple experiments.
About the course
Career options
Physics is an essential preparation for entry into Higher Education or careers in the sciences, engineering, medicine and electronics. It is also very useful for many other subjects and careers.
A Levels can lead you onto many different career paths, including university to further develop your skills in your chosen subject(s).
'Oaklands has been very different from school, it has set me up for college, the tutors have been excellent, the environment brilliant and I have walked away today with an A*, 98% overall and got into my first choice university to study Physics.' - George Milleret, Intensive Maths A Level
Course Content - What will I learn?
Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.
Assessment is in 3 units at A2 Level
Assessment is by examination only and is designated to test:
Knowledge and understanding of physics facts, concepts and principles
Handling, applying and evaluation information data
Design, planning, performance and evaluation of simple experiments.
Assessment is by examination only and is designated to test:
Knowledge and understanding of physics facts, concepts and principles
Handling, applying and evaluation information data
Design, planning, performance and evaluation of simple experiments.