This course is for students who want to continue studying physics after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the topics like forces and electricity, but the A level will give you the chance to study these and some new ones, in much greater depth. You might be choosing physics because you're headed for a scientific career, though it will give you transferable skills that can be used in a wide range of non-scientific careers too. To study Physics A level, you'll need a keen interest in science and good maths skills. Through formal classroom teaching and practical laboratory work, individual and group project work, field trips, discussions and debates. You'll design and conduct experiments using a range of methods and equipment. You will be expected to undertake private study including research, revision and homework tasks. Further study, beyond A Level, renders a Physics Graduate suitable for many professions. These include: Schools, Government funded labs, Medical physics facilities, High tech industries, Finance, Research, Engineering, NASA, ESA, and CERN, to name a few! We could list the famous people with an interest in Physics, just as we could tell you about dark matter, string theory, or celestial mechanics, however, it is more fun to find out for yourself, with a bit of guidance - just like Physics!
We would normally require: Grade 6 at GCSE Mathematics, Grade 6 at GCSE Physics (either Trilogy or Triple) However, each applicant will be considered on their own merit, individually. To apply for Nether Stowe Sixth Form students require a Grade 4 or above in at least 5 GCSE’s or equivalent qualifications, including either English (Language or Literature) or Maths.
After two years the exams are as follows: Paper 1 (2 hours) A1 topics + SHM Paper 2 (2 hours) Thermal, Fields, & Nuclear Paper 3 (2 hours) Practical + Data analysis
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | St Chad's Road, Lichfield, WS13 7NB |
This course is for students who want to continue studying physics after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the topics like forces and electricity, but the A level will give you the chance to study these and some new ones, in much greater depth. You might be choosing physics because you're headed for a scientific career, though it will give you transferable skills that can be used in a wide range of non-scientific careers too. To study Physics A level, you'll need a keen interest in science and good maths skills. Through formal classroom teaching and practical laboratory work, individual and group project work, field trips, discussions and debates. You'll design and conduct experiments using a range of methods and equipment. You will be expected to undertake private study including research, revision and homework tasks. Further study, beyond A Level, renders a Physics Graduate suitable for many professions. These include: Schools, Government funded labs, Medical physics facilities, High tech industries, Finance, Research, Engineering, NASA, ESA, and CERN, to name a few! We could list the famous people with an interest in Physics, just as we could tell you about dark matter, string theory, or celestial mechanics, however, it is more fun to find out for yourself, with a bit of guidance - just like Physics!
We would normally require: Grade 6 at GCSE Mathematics, Grade 6 at GCSE Physics (either Trilogy or Triple) However, each applicant will be considered on their own merit, individually. To apply for Nether Stowe Sixth Form students require a Grade 4 or above in at least 5 GCSE’s or equivalent qualifications, including either English (Language or Literature) or Maths.
After two years the exams are as follows: Paper 1 (2 hours) A1 topics + SHM Paper 2 (2 hours) Thermal, Fields, & Nuclear Paper 3 (2 hours) Practical + Data analysis