A Level Physics allows you to explore laws that underpin why everything in the universe – from Black Holes to Beta Particles. You will study and learn about various aspects of matter and energy. The first year includes some topics that follow on from GCSE studies, including Mechanics, Electricity and Waves. You will also be introduced to some new areas of Physics including Particle Physics and Quantum Physics. The second-year covers Fields and Further Mechanics, Nuclear Physics and Thermal Physics. The course also includes the study of an Option Topic. There is a choice from Medical Physics, an interesting and worthwhile application of Physics in the real world, Astrophysics, a popular topic in modern Physics, Engineering Physics, Electronics or Turning Points in Physics. The course is delivered through theory lessons, practical sessions and individual or group tutorials. Theory lessons exist primarily for explaining the principles of the subject, and you will need to make notes for your own use. The lessons will be a mixture of formal tuition, class demonstration, problem-solving and smaller practical exercises. Each group has two teachers for theory classes, and one of these will also supervise the main weekly practical session. You will usually work individually in the laboratory and choose from a wide range of experiments. Some exist to support your understanding of Physics topics, others to introduce a particular experimental skill, and there are some exercises that introduce you to the use of the departmental IT facilities.
A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including including a grade 6 in Mathematics and 6 in Physics or two grade 6s in Combined Science. You do not need to have done separate sciences - we have students joining us from a wide range of schools, and many of these do not offer separate sciences.
All aspects of the main qualifications are assessed by written test papers. These will include papers to test your knowledge and application of the theory content and your understanding of experimental procedures, including data analysis. Examinations cover all aspects of the 2 year course including your selected option topic. There will also be a separate endorsement of practical skills, but there are no major coursework projects in A level Physics.
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| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Tuesley Lane, Godalming, GU7 1RS |
A Level Physics allows you to explore laws that underpin why everything in the universe – from Black Holes to Beta Particles. You will study and learn about various aspects of matter and energy. The first year includes some topics that follow on from GCSE studies, including Mechanics, Electricity and Waves. You will also be introduced to some new areas of Physics including Particle Physics and Quantum Physics. The second-year covers Fields and Further Mechanics, Nuclear Physics and Thermal Physics. The course also includes the study of an Option Topic. There is a choice from Medical Physics, an interesting and worthwhile application of Physics in the real world, Astrophysics, a popular topic in modern Physics, Engineering Physics, Electronics or Turning Points in Physics. The course is delivered through theory lessons, practical sessions and individual or group tutorials. Theory lessons exist primarily for explaining the principles of the subject, and you will need to make notes for your own use. The lessons will be a mixture of formal tuition, class demonstration, problem-solving and smaller practical exercises. Each group has two teachers for theory classes, and one of these will also supervise the main weekly practical session. You will usually work individually in the laboratory and choose from a wide range of experiments. Some exist to support your understanding of Physics topics, others to introduce a particular experimental skill, and there are some exercises that introduce you to the use of the departmental IT facilities.
A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including including a grade 6 in Mathematics and 6 in Physics or two grade 6s in Combined Science. You do not need to have done separate sciences - we have students joining us from a wide range of schools, and many of these do not offer separate sciences.
All aspects of the main qualifications are assessed by written test papers. These will include papers to test your knowledge and application of the theory content and your understanding of experimental procedures, including data analysis. Examinations cover all aspects of the 2 year course including your selected option topic. There will also be a separate endorsement of practical skills, but there are no major coursework projects in A level Physics.