WJEC AS Level Physics Level 3
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Key Information
Subject Area
A Levels
Level
3
Full Time
Location
Torfaen Learning Zone
Start Date
02 September 2025
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English/Welsh 1st Language, a grade B or above in Maths, a grade B or above in Physics or BB or above in Additional science
In a nutshell
This course gives a broad yet engaging look into Physics
This course is for you if...
... You’re hard working and self-motivated
... You’re aiming to further your education a university
... You have a keen interest in science
What will I be doing?
The course is divided into 5 units. The first 2 units will be studied in year 1 and will lead to the AS qualification.
Year 1 – AS Level
- Unit 1: Motion, energy and matter
- Unit 2: Electricity and light
Year 2 – A Level
- Unit 3: Oscillations and nuclei
- Unit 4: Fields and options
- Unit 5: Practical examination
Although many of the topics within each module will have been introduced at GCSE level, they’ll be revised thoroughly before being extended to full A Level standard. The physics specification now includes particle physics, lasers and astrophysics.
Upon completion, you’ll achieve:
- AS Level Physics
- A Level Physics
- Skills activities
- English and Maths
It is strongly recommended that you take AS mathematics alongside physics to support your skills in this subject.
What is expected of me?
To enter this course, you’ll need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, to include English/Welsh First Language, a Grade B or above in Maths, a Grade B or above in Physics or BB or above in Additional Science
Full commitment to attendance is required, as is respect for others, enthusiasm for the subject and self-motivation. You’ll be continually assessed and there’s an expectation that you’ll continue your studies and coursework during your own time.
What comes next?
A Level Physics is accepted as an entry qualification to a surprisingly wide range of university degree courses, from accountancy to veterinary science as well as to the more obviously physics-based courses, such as acoustics, astronomy, engineering (civil, electrical, electronic, mechanical, production etc.) and ophthalmic optics.
It also prepares you for employment in a wide variety of fields.
Additional information
You’ll need to make financial contributions to the travel cost of educational visits.
This course may be available at other dates, times or campuses, please click to view your options.
All courses may be subject to change and cancelled if deemed not viable to run.
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