Physics
Course summary
Physics is the branch of science concerned with the nature and properties of matter and energy. A strong aptitude for math's, coupled with a comprehensive scientific understanding, will enable students to engage with and explore various physical ideas and concepts. It is strongly recommended to study Physics with A Level Mathematics as this is essential for most physical science or engineering based degree courses. Course Units: Unit 01: Measurements and their errors Unit 02: Particles and radiation Unit 03: Waves Unit 04: Mechanics and materials Unit 05: Electricity Unit 06: Further mechanics and thermal physics Unit 07: Fields and their consequences Unit 08: Nuclear physics Course Can Lead To: A level Physics is a very good indicator of a student’s academic ability and, therefore, highly regarded by most universities for courses including Law and Accountancy. In particular, Physics is essential for those wishing to study a Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Architecture or Medicine degree. Course Highlights: In February 2020 we went on a subsidized student trip to CERN, Geneva, Switzerland to visit the Large Hadron Collider. Not only is this the International number one laboratory for Physics but it is also where the Internet was created.
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 6 gcse qualifications at grade 4.0 or above | — |
Combined Science | Grade 6-6 in Combined Science | — |
Biology Alternative route | Grade 6 in Biology | — |
Chemistry Alternative route | Grade 6 in Chemistry | — |
Physics Alternative route | Grade 6 in Physics | — |
Biology | Grade 6 in Biology | — |
Physics | Grade 7 in Physics | — |
Chemistry | Grade 6 in Chemistry | — |
Biology Alternative route | Grade 7 in Biology | — |
Physics Alternative route | Grade 6 in Physics | — |
Chemistry Alternative route | Grade 6 in Chemistry | — |
Biology Alternative route | Grade 6 in Biology | — |
Physics Alternative route | Grade 6 in Physics | — |
Chemistry Alternative route | Grade 7 in Chemistry | — |
Mathematics | Grade 4 in Mathematics | — |
English Language | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
As published by the school
To qualify to study 3 A level/ Applied subjects, you will need to achieve 6 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, preferably including English Language or Math's at grade 4 or above. In addition/ within those 6 GCSEs, for this subject you will need to achieve Grade 6 in Math's and Grade 5 in English Language, Grade 6 in Core Science and Grade 7 in Additional Science; GCSE score of 4.8 or above OR Grade 6 in Math's and Grade 5 in English Language, Grade 7 in Core Science and Grade 6 in Additional Science; GCSE score of 4.8 or above OR Grade 6 in Math's and Grade 5 in English Language, Grade 6 in Physics and Grade 6 in either Chemistry or Biology; GCSE score of 4.8 or above (N.B. Applied Science not accepted).
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Assessment
Assessment is 100% examination-based, with twelve standard experiments being assessed and awarded independently.
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