Do you enjoy learning about modern and interesting applications of physics alongside more traditional concepts? Do you enjoy developing your practical, investigative and research skills? If so, then Physics is for you. The Physics course develops knowledge and understanding of physics and an appreciation of the link between theory and experiment. You will learn how physics has developed and is used in present-day society and appreciate physics as a human endeavour which has historical, social, philosophical, economic and technological connections. Importantly, you will sustain and develop your enjoyment of, and interest in, physics. Physics A-Level is an excellent preparation for a broad range of higher education studies. Many students follow this course with a physics-related degree. The course also has clear links with a range of other subjects which are popular degree courses such as mathematics, medicine, computing, engineering (electronics, mechanical) and architecture. Other students find the skills and knowledge gained from the A-level physics course useful when pursuing degree courses or careers in other areas including business, finance and management. Physics offers a range of opportunities both locally (Cambridge University) and further afield (CERN, Geneva). Links with the Institute of Physics and Cambridge University will enable students to attend twilight lectures given by leading physicists and to visit laboratories such as the Cavendish and the Engineering department. Our yearly trip to CERN allows students to see cutting-edge research and applications of physics in the real world.
Minimum of 5 x 5s. Minimum of a 4 in English and Maths. 6 in GCSE Physics if doing single sciences Or 6,7 in GCSE Double Science. 6 in GCSE Maths.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | West Street, Comberton, Cambridge, CB23 7DU |
Do you enjoy learning about modern and interesting applications of physics alongside more traditional concepts? Do you enjoy developing your practical, investigative and research skills? If so, then Physics is for you. The Physics course develops knowledge and understanding of physics and an appreciation of the link between theory and experiment. You will learn how physics has developed and is used in present-day society and appreciate physics as a human endeavour which has historical, social, philosophical, economic and technological connections. Importantly, you will sustain and develop your enjoyment of, and interest in, physics. Physics A-Level is an excellent preparation for a broad range of higher education studies. Many students follow this course with a physics-related degree. The course also has clear links with a range of other subjects which are popular degree courses such as mathematics, medicine, computing, engineering (electronics, mechanical) and architecture. Other students find the skills and knowledge gained from the A-level physics course useful when pursuing degree courses or careers in other areas including business, finance and management. Physics offers a range of opportunities both locally (Cambridge University) and further afield (CERN, Geneva). Links with the Institute of Physics and Cambridge University will enable students to attend twilight lectures given by leading physicists and to visit laboratories such as the Cavendish and the Engineering department. Our yearly trip to CERN allows students to see cutting-edge research and applications of physics in the real world.
Minimum of 5 x 5s. Minimum of a 4 in English and Maths. 6 in GCSE Physics if doing single sciences Or 6,7 in GCSE Double Science. 6 in GCSE Maths.