Physics
Bury College - Bury
01612808280
Market Street, Bury, BL9 0BG
Course summary

Our Science courses are held in high regard by many universities and will equip you with the essential skills for a variety of future careers. By studying Science at A-level you will not only advance your subject knowledge but you will also improve your ability to problem solve, analyse information and reach scientific conclusions. You will also benefit from our state-of-the art laboratories and industry standard equipment. Physics will enable you to develop an understanding of how the world around you functions. This ranges from the extremely large (the Cosmos) right down to the extremely small (the Quantum world). The topics studied on this course are: • Measurements and errors • Particle and quantum • Waves • Mechanics and materials • Periodic motion • Thermal physics • Fields • Nuclear physics • Astrophysics

Entry requirements

For A-level programmes: 6 GCSEs at grade 9-4 (to include 3 GCSEs at grade 9-4 and 3 GCSEs at grade 9-5). Require grade 9-4 in English Language and Maths. For A-level Physics: Grade 9-6 Combined Science OR Grade 9-6 Physics & Grade 9-6 in one other Science; Grade 9-5 English Language; Grade 9-6 Maths. A-level or Level 3 Maths must also be studied.

How you'll be assessed

• 100% exam • You will also be awarded a CPAC certificate for successful completion of 12 required practical experiments. This demonstrates to universities that you are competent in the laboratory

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityBury
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressMarket Street, Bury, BL9 0BG