Course information
Physics
Swakeleys School for Girls - Hillingdon
01895251962
Clifton Gardens, Hillingdon, Uxbridge, UB10 0EJ
Course summary

Course Outline: The duration of the course is either one year to gain an AS award or two years for the full A level qualification. Skills: The ability to grasps theoretical concepts is crucial, alongside an interest in designing and conducting practical experiments. Data handling skills and a sound level of mathematical competency is also key. Future progressions from this course: The course is a sound preparation for degree level courses in physics and related science, engineering and medicine as well as chemical engineering and related programmes. A level physics is a recognised entry qualification for a wide range of Higher Education courses. AS and A level physics are also recognised as suitable qualifications for a wide range of employment in the science sector.

Entry requirements

A minimum of five GCSE grade 5s or above. All students will need to obtain a minimum of 7-6 in science, a grade 6+ in maths and a grade 5+ in English

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 assesses content from modules 1 – 6.1 (periodic motion) Paper 2 assesses content from modules 6.2-8 and assumed knowledge from module 1-6.1 Paper 3 Practical skills and data analysis and Optional topic.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityHillingdon
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeGirls
AddressClifton Gardens, Hillingdon, Uxbridge, UB10 0EJ