Physics
Course summary
Many people think of Physics as merely a theoretical subject; however, most physicists are concerned with applying theories to practical situations. Physics is fundamental to explaining the world around us and how its principles influence everyone’s life. The study of Physics encompasses everything from the fragments of atoms to the entire universe (and beyond).
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 5 gcse qualifications at grade 4.0 or above | — |
Mathematics | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
English Language | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
Physics | Grade 6 in Physics | — |
Combined Science Alternative route | Grade 6-6 in Combined Science | — |
English Language Alternative route | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
Mathematics Alternative route | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
As published by the school
Mathematics grade 5 or above in higher paper only
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Assessment
This qualification is linear; students will sit all their public exams at the end of their A level course. During the course: - Half termly testing on recent and previous work. - PPE (Mock) exams at the end of Year 12 Paper 1 (50%) - Content is from sections 1 to 5 - 70 marks – 1 hour 30 minutes - 40 marks of short and structured questions, 30 multiple choice questions Paper 2 (50%) - Content is from sections 1-5 - 70 marks – 1 hour 30 minutes - 20 marks of short and long answer questions on practical skills and data analysis, 20 marks of short and long answer questions from across the specification, 30 multiple choice questions
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