Physics
Chiltern Hills Academy - Buckinghamshire
01494782066
Chartridge Lane, Chesham, HP5 2RG
Course summary

The use of physics principles in daily life affects everyone and is the foundation of our evolving technological society. An understanding of science is vital to our awareness and evolution of modern technology that we are becoming heavily dependent upon. A Level Physics places an emphasis upon the understanding of scientific principles and their applications in everyday life and involves a large quantity of practical work.

Entry requirements

Students will be expected to have achieved a GCSE grade 6 or above in Physics or a GCSE grade 6:6 or above in Combined Science.

How you'll be assessed

There will be two exams at the end of Year 12 (AS) to ensure students are keeping pace with the course. This will be followed by three exam papers taken at the end of Year 13. Each paper will contain content as outlined during the course as well as questions based on the 12 required practicals carried out throughout the year (there will be no separate practical examination).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityBuckinghamshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressChartridge Lane, Chesham, HP5 2RG