Physics
Brighouse High School - Calderdale
01484710408
Finkil Street, Brighouse, HD6 2NY
Course summary

Choose to study Physics at Brighouse Sixth Form College and study a challenging and interesting A-level course which seeks to explain everyday physical phenomena that we experience and use every day. This A-level covers a range of topics that include a balance of traditional areas of mechanics and field theory as well as the more contemporary physics of quantum theory and astrophysics. The course also requires students to have an understanding of, and ability to apply advanced-level mathematics. The mathematical content is developed to a significantly higher level than that encountered in GCSE Physics and Mathematics, therefore students will benefit greatly if they are also studying A-level Mathematics. Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of a wide range of processes, techniques and procedures. They will have to apply this knowledge in a variety of practical and theoretical contexts, and when handling quantitative and qualitative data. The ability to analyse, interpret and evaluate information, ideas and evidence is also very important. Students will be expected to make appropriate judgements, reach conclusions, and develop and refine practical designs and procedures.

Entry requirements

A minimum of a grade of 666 in GCSE triple sciences / a minimum of grade 66 in combined science and a minimum of grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics.

How you'll be assessed

Exanimation 100% Paper 1 - Measurements and their errors - Particles and radiation Waves - Mechanics and materials - Electricity Periodic motion Paper 2 - Thermal physics - Fields and their consequences - Nuclear physics Paper 3 - Section A: All content - Section B: Optional unit A practical endorsement will be assessed by teachers; students will be expected to develop and demonstrate competency in a range of skills that are not assessable in written exams. Students will achieve a pass or fail in this area which will appear on their qualification certificate, this assessment will not contribute to their overall grade.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthorityCalderdale
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressFinkil Street, Brighouse, HD6 2NY