Physics
The Sweyne Park School - Essex
01268784721
Sir Walter Raleigh Drive, Rayleigh, SS6 9BZ
Course summary

Physics A content is split into six modules, which combined with the Practical Endorsement, constitute the full A Level. The modules can be summarised as: • Module 1: Development of practical skills. • Module 2: Foundations of physics. • Module 3: Forces and motion. • Module 4: Electrons, waves, and photons. • Module 5: Newtonian world and astrophysics. • Module 6: Particles and medical physics. Physics is the study of the very nature of matter, motion, and the functioning and mechanics of the Universe. It will give you the opportunity to explore and challenge existing ideas and conventions and engage with the really big questions such as “How did the universe begin?” and “How does the Sun keep on shining?”

Entry requirements

- GCSE Science 6-6 or GCSE Physics Grade 6, Maths Grade 6 - The student must have attained the minimum GCSE Points Score of 38 points from his or her best eight GCSE results, with at least Grade 5 in English and Grade 5 in Maths for Advanced Level entry.

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About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityEssex
Ofsted RatingRequires improvement
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressSir Walter Raleigh Drive, Rayleigh, SS6 9BZ