Physics
Course summary
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.
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 7 gcse qualifications at grade 5.0 or above | — |
Mathematics | Grade 6 in Mathematics | — |
Combined Science | Grade 6-6 in Combined Science | — |
Physics Alternative route | Grade 6 in Physics | — |
English Language | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
English Literature Alternative route | Grade 5 in English Literature | — |
As published by the school
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.
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Assessment
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.
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