Topics are introduced in class and through research homework. These basic concepts will be extended in class time through practical work, discussions, presentations and theoretical question practice. Physics, like all sciences, is a practical subject. Throughout the course you will carry out practical activities including: • investigating interference and diffraction of laser light • measuring acceleration due to gravity • investigating systems that oscillate • investigation of the links between temperature, volume and pressure • safe use of ionising radiation • investigating magnetic fields. This practical work will give you the skills and confidence needed to investigate the way things behave and work. It will also ensure that if you choose to study a Physics based subject at university, you will have the practical skills needed to carry out successful experiments in your degree.
- Students should have obtained 5 GCSE passes at grade 4 or above and must have two grade 6’s or above in Trilogy Science or a grade 6 in Physics Separate Science. They must also have a grade 6 in Mathematics - Individual subject minimum GCSE requirements (these apply in addition to our Sixth Form entry criteria of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language and Maths*)
• At least 15% will examine practical skills • At least 10% will examine mathematical concepts Practical skills are also assessed throughout the course during lessons and students who meet the required standard receive a pass for the practical endorsement alongside their grade. This endorsement is a requirement for many Science degree courses. All examinations are in the Summer term of the second year. We will assess you at the end of the first year of the course to ascertain if you are ready to further your studies in the second year.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Bell Farm Way, Walton-on-Thames, KT12 5EJ |
Topics are introduced in class and through research homework. These basic concepts will be extended in class time through practical work, discussions, presentations and theoretical question practice. Physics, like all sciences, is a practical subject. Throughout the course you will carry out practical activities including: • investigating interference and diffraction of laser light • measuring acceleration due to gravity • investigating systems that oscillate • investigation of the links between temperature, volume and pressure • safe use of ionising radiation • investigating magnetic fields. This practical work will give you the skills and confidence needed to investigate the way things behave and work. It will also ensure that if you choose to study a Physics based subject at university, you will have the practical skills needed to carry out successful experiments in your degree.
- Students should have obtained 5 GCSE passes at grade 4 or above and must have two grade 6’s or above in Trilogy Science or a grade 6 in Physics Separate Science. They must also have a grade 6 in Mathematics - Individual subject minimum GCSE requirements (these apply in addition to our Sixth Form entry criteria of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language and Maths*)
• At least 15% will examine practical skills • At least 10% will examine mathematical concepts Practical skills are also assessed throughout the course during lessons and students who meet the required standard receive a pass for the practical endorsement alongside their grade. This endorsement is a requirement for many Science degree courses. All examinations are in the Summer term of the second year. We will assess you at the end of the first year of the course to ascertain if you are ready to further your studies in the second year.