Physics
The WREN School - Reading
01182143888
61-63 Bath Road, Reading, RG30 2BB
Course summary

A-Level Physics provides students with the opportunity to explore the phenomena of the universe and to look at theories that explain what is observed. This subject combines practical skills with theoretical ideas to develop descriptions of the physical universe. AS – Year 1: Measurements and their errors Particles and radiation Waves Mechanics and energy Electricity A-Level – Year 2: Further mechanics and thermal physics Fields Nuclear physics

Entry requirements

Grade 6-6 or above in GCSE Combined Science or a Grade 6 in Physics. Grade 5 in English and Grade 6 in Maths.

How you'll be assessed

The assessment for the A-level consists of three exams: Paper 1 – Topics 1-5 and 6.1, Paper 2 – Topics 6.2, 7, 8 and Paper 3 – Section A: Practical skills and data analysis and Optional topic.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityReading
Ofsted RatingRequires improvement
Gender TypeCo-Educational
Address61-63 Bath Road, Reading, RG30 2BB