Students will study six modules that are examined at the end of the two-year course of the A level. Throughout the course, there is ample opportunity to explore the world of physics through practical activities and interactive lessons. Students will develop their physics and maths skills throughout the course. Examples of topics that will be covered during the course are Motion; Work, Energy & Power; Quantum Physics; Astrophysics & Cosmology; Electromagnetism & Medical Imaging. Students studying Physics can go on to study engineering, astrophysics, nuclear engineering and Physics at university or they could undertake an apprenticeship within the field of engineering. Students have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of practical activities and develop valuable skills that enable them to access university courses or apprenticeships. The course is designed to further students’ problem-solving skills and to use their physics knowledge in the practical application of the subject within real-world contexts.
6 grade 4-9 at GCSE, plus a grade 4 in English and Maths. Students are required to have taken the higher tier paper and achieved 6+ in GCSE Physics (those who achieve a 5 must gain a staff recommendation) OR two 6+ grades in Double Award (Trilogy) Science (those who achieve 55 must gain a teacher recommendation). Students should also have gained 4+ in English & 5+ in Maths.
The A level will be assessed at the end of Year 13. The assessment will be comprised of three examinations which cover the content delivered over the two-year course. The results of these three papers determine the overall grade that a student receives. Additionally, there are a series of practical endorsements that are completed during the course. These are designed to develop students’ skills within the laboratory. The practical endorsement is reported to the exam board as either a pass or fail. The results of the practical endorsement do not contribute to the final overall grade.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Rotherham |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Brinsworth Road, Brinsworth, Rotherham, S60 5EJ |
Students will study six modules that are examined at the end of the two-year course of the A level. Throughout the course, there is ample opportunity to explore the world of physics through practical activities and interactive lessons. Students will develop their physics and maths skills throughout the course. Examples of topics that will be covered during the course are Motion; Work, Energy & Power; Quantum Physics; Astrophysics & Cosmology; Electromagnetism & Medical Imaging. Students studying Physics can go on to study engineering, astrophysics, nuclear engineering and Physics at university or they could undertake an apprenticeship within the field of engineering. Students have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of practical activities and develop valuable skills that enable them to access university courses or apprenticeships. The course is designed to further students’ problem-solving skills and to use their physics knowledge in the practical application of the subject within real-world contexts.
6 grade 4-9 at GCSE, plus a grade 4 in English and Maths. Students are required to have taken the higher tier paper and achieved 6+ in GCSE Physics (those who achieve a 5 must gain a staff recommendation) OR two 6+ grades in Double Award (Trilogy) Science (those who achieve 55 must gain a teacher recommendation). Students should also have gained 4+ in English & 5+ in Maths.
The A level will be assessed at the end of Year 13. The assessment will be comprised of three examinations which cover the content delivered over the two-year course. The results of these three papers determine the overall grade that a student receives. Additionally, there are a series of practical endorsements that are completed during the course. These are designed to develop students’ skills within the laboratory. The practical endorsement is reported to the exam board as either a pass or fail. The results of the practical endorsement do not contribute to the final overall grade.