Physics
The Pingle Academy - Derbyshire
01283216837
Coronation Street, Swadlincote, DE11 0QA
Course summary

Topics include: particles, mechanics, electric and gravitational fields, materials, thermodynamics, astronomy, radiation and oscillations. Physics will combine with most scientific and numerate subjects including Chemistry, Biology, Computing and Business Studies. However, A Level Mathematics with Physics is strongly recommended as a combination. On successful completion of the A Level you can go on to Higher Education or a career in Physical Sciences. There are many options for careers with Physics, including: Scientific research, scientific civil service, technology/engineering industries, medical physics, telecommunications and the media, environmental physics, education, technical journalism and publishing, the numerate careers, e.g. accountancy, law and other subjects requiring A Level qualification.

Entry requirements

- Overall plus Grade 6 in Physics/Combined Science and Grade 6 in Mathematics. - Minimum of 5x 9-4 grades at GCSE with a minimum Average

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 Advanced Physics 1 1hr 45mins (30%) 90 marks Paper 2 Advanced Physics 2 1hr 45mins (30%) 90 marks Paper 3 Written Paper – General and Practical Principles in Physics 2hrs 30 mins (40%) 120 marks

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityDerbyshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressCoronation Street, Swadlincote, DE11 0QA