Physics is an exciting, demanding subject that opens routes to many university courses and rewarding careers. It gives a better understanding of the world and universe around us, and our everyday interactions with them.
Students will need to have obtained at least 5 grade 5s or above, including English and maths. Plus subject specific requirements for each intended subject at A-level: Physics - at least a 6 at GCSE Maths - at least a 6 at GCSE
Physics is a fully exam-assessed course. You will be tested on your understanding of forces, motion and astrophysics in paper 1, and electronics, waves and particles in paper 2, there is also a synoptic unified assessment. Physics is a practical subject, and you will complete twelve assessed practicals throughout the course, as well as other non-assessed practicals to give you a good grounding in technical laboratory skills. The twelve assessed practicals will give a ‘practical endorsement’ to your qualification.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Beaumont Road North, Sheffield, S2 1SN |
Physics is an exciting, demanding subject that opens routes to many university courses and rewarding careers. It gives a better understanding of the world and universe around us, and our everyday interactions with them.
Students will need to have obtained at least 5 grade 5s or above, including English and maths. Plus subject specific requirements for each intended subject at A-level: Physics - at least a 6 at GCSE Maths - at least a 6 at GCSE
Physics is a fully exam-assessed course. You will be tested on your understanding of forces, motion and astrophysics in paper 1, and electronics, waves and particles in paper 2, there is also a synoptic unified assessment. Physics is a practical subject, and you will complete twelve assessed practicals throughout the course, as well as other non-assessed practicals to give you a good grounding in technical laboratory skills. The twelve assessed practicals will give a ‘practical endorsement’ to your qualification.