Physics encompasses the study of the universe from the largest galaxies to the smallest subatomic particles. Physics is crucial to understanding the world around us, the world inside us, and the world beyond us. Moreover, it’s the basis of many other sciences, including chemistry, oceanography, seismology, and astronomy (and can be applied to biology or medical science). All are easily accessible with an education in physics. Physics challenges our imaginations with concepts like relativity and string theory, and it leads to great discoveries, like computers and lasers, that lead to technologies which change our lives—from healing joints to curing cancer, to developing sustainable energy solutions. Year 1 Development of practical skills; Foundations of physics; Forces and motion; and Electrons, waves, and photons. Year 2 Development of practical skills; Foundations of physics; Newtonian world and astrophysics; and Particles and medical physics.
You will need: • GCSE grade 6-6 or higher in Combined Science or GCSE 6 in Triple Science Physics plus one other grade 6 in either Chemistry or Biology. • GCSE grade 6 or above in GCSE Mathematics. • You will need to show a high level of interest and enthusiasm in class and be capable of independent study.
A-level grades will be based only on marks from three written exams. A separate endorsement of practical skills will be taken alongside the A-level. Students must complete 12 practical activities so they can be assessed on their competency in a specified range of practical skills. Paper 1: 2 hours 15 minutes written exam Content: Development of practical skills in physics; Foundations of physics; Forces and motion; and Newtonian world and astrophysics. 100 marks 37% Paper 2: 2 hours 15 minutes written exam Content: Development of practical skills in physics; Foundations of physics; Electrons, waves, and photons; and Particles and medical physics. 100 marks 37% Paper 3: 1 hour 30 minutes written exam Content: Development of practical skills in physics; Foundations of physics; Forces and motion; Electrons, waves, and photons; Newtonian world and astrophysics; and Particles and medical physics. 70 marks 26%
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Dyche Lane, Sheffield, S8 8BR |
Physics encompasses the study of the universe from the largest galaxies to the smallest subatomic particles. Physics is crucial to understanding the world around us, the world inside us, and the world beyond us. Moreover, it’s the basis of many other sciences, including chemistry, oceanography, seismology, and astronomy (and can be applied to biology or medical science). All are easily accessible with an education in physics. Physics challenges our imaginations with concepts like relativity and string theory, and it leads to great discoveries, like computers and lasers, that lead to technologies which change our lives—from healing joints to curing cancer, to developing sustainable energy solutions. Year 1 Development of practical skills; Foundations of physics; Forces and motion; and Electrons, waves, and photons. Year 2 Development of practical skills; Foundations of physics; Newtonian world and astrophysics; and Particles and medical physics.
You will need: • GCSE grade 6-6 or higher in Combined Science or GCSE 6 in Triple Science Physics plus one other grade 6 in either Chemistry or Biology. • GCSE grade 6 or above in GCSE Mathematics. • You will need to show a high level of interest and enthusiasm in class and be capable of independent study.
A-level grades will be based only on marks from three written exams. A separate endorsement of practical skills will be taken alongside the A-level. Students must complete 12 practical activities so they can be assessed on their competency in a specified range of practical skills. Paper 1: 2 hours 15 minutes written exam Content: Development of practical skills in physics; Foundations of physics; Forces and motion; and Newtonian world and astrophysics. 100 marks 37% Paper 2: 2 hours 15 minutes written exam Content: Development of practical skills in physics; Foundations of physics; Electrons, waves, and photons; and Particles and medical physics. 100 marks 37% Paper 3: 1 hour 30 minutes written exam Content: Development of practical skills in physics; Foundations of physics; Forces and motion; Electrons, waves, and photons; Newtonian world and astrophysics; and Particles and medical physics. 70 marks 26%