Physics
Loughborough College - Leicestershire
01509215831
Radmoor Road, Loughborough, LE11 3BT
Course summary

The A-Level in Physics course builds on skills and knowledge gained at GCSE and covers a range of topics which give students a greater insight into principles and concepts underlying the physical world. Year 12: • Measurements and their errors • Particles and radiation • Waves • Mechanics and materials • Electricity Year 13: • Further mechanics and thermal physics • Fields and their consequences • Nuclear physics • Astrophysics

Entry requirements

• All Loughborough College Sixth Form courses have minimum entry requirements of at least five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English Language and Maths. • GCSE Maths and Science (Double Science or two 'traditional' sciences) at grade 6.

How you'll be assessed

• Three x 2-hour exams • Paper 1 and Paper 2 - 35% • Paper 3 - 30% You will complete 12 compulsory practicals over the two years and a number of skills will be assessed by your teacher. This will make up the practical endorsement (CPAC).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityLeicestershire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressRadmoor Road, Loughborough, LE11 3BT