A Level Physics
Titus Salt School - Bradford
01274258969
Higher Coach Road, Baildon, Shipley, BD17 5RH
Course summary

Physics seeks to understand the patterns and processes of nature. By practical experiment, careful interpretation and mathematical analysis of results, students will try to understand the inherent beauty and diversity of the universe; from rainbows to radio waves; from quarks to quasars. You will learn: Particles Physics and Quantum Phenomena: what happens on the smallest of scales. Wave theory; the continuous flow of energy. Mechanics and thermodynamics: how and why motion occurs. Field theory: explaining and predicting forces through the interaction of fields. Astrophysics: An attempt to explain everything we see when we look up through detailed observation. An A Level in Physics opens a wealth of opportunities including engineering, medicine, astrophysics, biophysics, aerospace, architecture, acoustics, sport science, the list goes on. It will also enable access to Higher Level Apprenticeships with major companies both local and nationally, where you can start to earn good money as soon as you leave school while learning more and working your way up a career ladder.

Entry requirements

Minimum five GCSE passes (grades 4 or 5) including English Language and Maths. Students must also meet subject specific minimum entry requirements (shown below).

How you'll be assessed

Year 13 - 3 exam papers On-going Practical Endorsement.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthorityBradford
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressHigher Coach Road, Baildon, Shipley, BD17 5RH