Physics
The Kimberley School - Nottinghamshire
01159387000
Newdigate Street, Kimberley, Nottingham, NG16 2NJ
Course summary

Some students may wish to use the AS GCE in order to broaden their curriculum, where others will complete the two year course which will prepare them to progress into further education to follow courses in physics, engineering, or any of the scientific subjects.

Entry requirements

To enter any Level 3 course you will need 5 Grade 4 – 9s (A* - C) GCSE Triple Science Grade 6 in the specific science; must have a 6 in GCSE Math's too. Students who have done GCSE Combined Science need to have gained Level 6 overall especially in their chosen subject.

How you'll be assessed

Paper one: Modelling Physics • 37% of total grade • Content from modules 1,2,3,5 • Two sections (A/B) assessed in 2hrs 15mins • Section A = multiple choice (15%) • Section B = structured questions covering theory and practical skills (85%) Paper two: Exploring Physics • 37% of total grade • Content modules 1,2,4,6 • Two sections (A/B) assessed in 2hrs 15mins • Section A = multiple choice (15%) • Section B = structured questions covering theory and practical skills (85%) Paper three: Unified Physics • 26% of total grade • Covers all modules • One assessment of 1hr 30mins • Structured questions covering theory and practical skills

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityNottinghamshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressNewdigate Street, Kimberley, Nottingham, NG16 2NJ