Physics
Ashlawn School - Warwickshire
01788573425
Ashlawn Road, Hillmorton, Rugby, CV22 5ET
Course summary

Physics is an exciting science subject and the key to building our understanding of the world around us and the world beyond our little planet. If you have an enquiring mind, enjoy a challenge, like solving problems and grasping new and interesting concepts then Physics maybe the subject for you! Module 1: Development of practical skills: skills of planning, implementing, analysis and evaluation. Module 2: Foundations of physics: quantities, units, scalars, vectors and measurements. Module 3: Forces and motion: forces, motion, work, energy, power, materials, Newton’s laws, and momentum. Module 4: Electrons, waves, and photons: charge, current, energy, power, resistance, electrical circuits, waves and quantum physics. Module 5: Newtonian world and astrophysics: thermal physics, circular motion, oscillations, gravitational fields, and astrophysics. Module 6: Particles and medical physics: capacitors, electric fields, electromagnetism, nuclear and particle physics, medical imaging. Additionally, candidates complete a minimum of 12 practical activities throughout the course to demonstrate practical competence in physics (pass / fail).

Entry requirements

• To enter Sixth Form you require 5 GCSE’s Grade 4 and above, including English or Maths. • For students who typically attain 9-5 grades at GCSE. • Grade 6-6 in GCSE Combined Science on higher tier, or Grade 6 Physics and a Grade 6 in Maths.

How you'll be assessed

A Level – 100% examination. Three papers in total: two are 2 hours 15 minutes each and weighted at 37%. The third paper is 1 hour and 30 minutes and weighted at 26%. Practical skills form a part of each of the three papers. Additionally, practical skills are also endorsed separately as pass or fail only.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWarwickshire
Ofsted RatingSerious Weaknesses
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressAshlawn Road, Hillmorton, Rugby, CV22 5ET