Course information
Physics
Shenley Brook End School - Milton Keynes
01908520264
Walbank Grove, Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes, MK5 7ZT
Course summary

The general topic areas for the course are: Motion; Forces in action; Work, energy and power; Behaviour of materials; Newton’s laws of motion and momentum; Charge, current and electrical circuits; Energy, power and resistance; Waves; Quantum physics; Thermal physics; Circular motion and Oscillations; Gravitational fields; Astrophysics; Capacitors; Electric fields and Electromagnetism; Nuclear and particle physics; Medical imaging The A level Physics course should encourage students to: Understand the role that Physics plays in our lives; Develop analytical approaches and problem solving skills; Have a knowledge and understanding of the fundamental laws that govern the universe; Collect data then analyse it accurately and critically.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in Physics and one other science subject, Grade 6-7 from Combined Science with minimum Grade 5 in Maths

How you'll be assessed

3 external exams and a practical endorsement

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityMilton Keynes
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressWalbank Grove, Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes, MK5 7ZT