In the first year, students cover familiar subjects in more depth like mechanics, materials, electricity and waves, and also new exciting topics like particle physics and quantum phenomena. In the second year, students are introduced to new topics including thermal physics, nuclear physics, fields in physics and further mechanics. There is also an options topic in astrophysics, with other options available if appropriate, including medical and engineering physics. Throughout the course practical skills and investigations are integrated into the topics. Students who are interested in how the universe works, from the largest cluster of galaxies to the smallest subatomic particles like quarks and neutrinos. They should have good problem solving skills and an enjoyment in using maths and logic to reach solutions. Students may pursue many varied careers, including engineering (general mechanical, aeronautical, civil, electrical, etc.), research science, medical physics and medicine, and any career that values problem solving skills such as commerce and banking.
To be accepted into the Sixth Form, you will need a minimum of five grade 4’s, or higher in GCSE subjects. GCSE Combined Science Trilogy with one component at Grade 7 or higher, or, GCSE Physics at Grade 6 or higher and grade 6 in Math
Experienced teachers will support you during theory and practical based work, most taking place in our well equipped science laboratories. The teaching and learning will be supported by a course textbook, and various other resources including packs of past questions and online materials. Key assessments will take place every half-term, feedback will be given and students are expected to act on feedback and plan their next steps to improve. The final examination consists of three separate papers, the first two examining the compulsory components taught over the two years, and the final examining the option topic, practical skills and data analysis.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Cannock Road, Penkridge, Stafford, ST19 5RX |
In the first year, students cover familiar subjects in more depth like mechanics, materials, electricity and waves, and also new exciting topics like particle physics and quantum phenomena. In the second year, students are introduced to new topics including thermal physics, nuclear physics, fields in physics and further mechanics. There is also an options topic in astrophysics, with other options available if appropriate, including medical and engineering physics. Throughout the course practical skills and investigations are integrated into the topics. Students who are interested in how the universe works, from the largest cluster of galaxies to the smallest subatomic particles like quarks and neutrinos. They should have good problem solving skills and an enjoyment in using maths and logic to reach solutions. Students may pursue many varied careers, including engineering (general mechanical, aeronautical, civil, electrical, etc.), research science, medical physics and medicine, and any career that values problem solving skills such as commerce and banking.
To be accepted into the Sixth Form, you will need a minimum of five grade 4’s, or higher in GCSE subjects. GCSE Combined Science Trilogy with one component at Grade 7 or higher, or, GCSE Physics at Grade 6 or higher and grade 6 in Math
Experienced teachers will support you during theory and practical based work, most taking place in our well equipped science laboratories. The teaching and learning will be supported by a course textbook, and various other resources including packs of past questions and online materials. Key assessments will take place every half-term, feedback will be given and students are expected to act on feedback and plan their next steps to improve. The final examination consists of three separate papers, the first two examining the compulsory components taught over the two years, and the final examining the option topic, practical skills and data analysis.