What will I learn? Physics seeks to explain how the world and universe work. It does this by looking at universal rules that apply to everything from objects the size of galaxies to the tiniest of sub-atomic particles. How is the course structured? Subjects covered include: Measurements & their errors, Particles & Radiation, Waves, Mechanics and materials, Electricity, Further Mechanics and thermal physics, Fields & their consequences, Nuclear physics. There is a substantial amount of practical Physics delivered within the course which is all assessed within the written papers.
Grade 6 in GCSE Physics or Grade 6-6 in GCSE Combined Science—performance on individual subject papers may be considered for those who score 6-5 or 5-5 in the combined course. You will also need Grade 6 in Mathematics to start the course. 7 GCSE’s at Grade 5, these must include Mathematics and either English Language or English Literature.
All paper are sat at the end of Year 13. You will sit 3 2 hour examinations. Papers 1 and 2 are both worth 34% of the final grade and cover the taught content. Paper 3 is worth 32% and covers practical skills, data analysis and the optional module.
About Education Provider
Region | London |
Local Authority | Enfield |
Ofsted Rating | Good |
Gender Type | Mixed |
Address | Brick Lane, Enfield, EN1 3PU |
What will I learn? Physics seeks to explain how the world and universe work. It does this by looking at universal rules that apply to everything from objects the size of galaxies to the tiniest of sub-atomic particles. How is the course structured? Subjects covered include: Measurements & their errors, Particles & Radiation, Waves, Mechanics and materials, Electricity, Further Mechanics and thermal physics, Fields & their consequences, Nuclear physics. There is a substantial amount of practical Physics delivered within the course which is all assessed within the written papers.
Grade 6 in GCSE Physics or Grade 6-6 in GCSE Combined Science—performance on individual subject papers may be considered for those who score 6-5 or 5-5 in the combined course. You will also need Grade 6 in Mathematics to start the course. 7 GCSE’s at Grade 5, these must include Mathematics and either English Language or English Literature.
All paper are sat at the end of Year 13. You will sit 3 2 hour examinations. Papers 1 and 2 are both worth 34% of the final grade and cover the taught content. Paper 3 is worth 32% and covers practical skills, data analysis and the optional module.