Physics is a key part of science and technology; Physics is used to solve problems and understand how the world works in every detail at the deepest level. An understanding of physics helps to solve environmental, social, health and technological challenges. Physics is at the heart of everything, from the tiniest building blocks of all materials up to the largest scales possible: in elementary particles, nuclei, atoms, molecules, macromolecules, living cells, solids, liquids, gases, plasmas, living organisms, the brain, complex systems, supercomputers, the atmosphere, planets, stars, galaxies and the universe itself. For careers in engineering and technology physics is essential. A-level physics is a highly sought-after qualification in scientific and engineering communities. It is classed as one of the top facilitating A Levels by the Russell Group; it is also a very good supporting A Level for many different degree courses at university such as Economics. Alongside the A Level course, there are numerous enrichment opportunities available. There is the very popular annual trip to CERN, Geneva to visit the Large Hadron Collider. At home we do trips for lecture tours across the UK, for example, in recent years this has included a Medical Physics trip at RD&E hospital and went to Birmingham for lectures from top Physicists and known names like Jim Al-Khalili. We have also had a lot of success in the national Physics Olympiad competitions with numerous golds and a pupil representing the UK in the International Astrophysics Olympiad Team.
It is highly recommended that pupils have a minimum of 7 grade GCSE in both Physics and Maths. Studying A Level maths would be an advantage, with quite a lot of cross-over in skills and the mechanics topics. However, this is not a necessity, with the beyond maths skills being covered by the ‘Maths for Scientists’ course during activities in the second term.
The A Level course is fully linear so assessment of a pupil’s knowledge and understanding of the whole course takes place at the end of two years of study. There are 3 written papers each 2 hours in length. The papers are broadly broken down as follows: 1. Year 12 material 2. Year 13 core material 3. Practical Physics and optional topic As well as a grade awarded at the completion of the examinations, pupils are also awarded a Practical Endorsement. There are 12 required practicals which must be completed, although pupils will complete many more. The Endorsement is internally assessed continually throughout the practical elements of the course. The Endorsement confirms that a pupil has reached a level of practical ability suitable for scientific study at the university level.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £17,340 - £26,595; Boarding £21,000 - £43,590 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Blundell's Road, Tiverton, EX16 4DN |
Physics is a key part of science and technology; Physics is used to solve problems and understand how the world works in every detail at the deepest level. An understanding of physics helps to solve environmental, social, health and technological challenges. Physics is at the heart of everything, from the tiniest building blocks of all materials up to the largest scales possible: in elementary particles, nuclei, atoms, molecules, macromolecules, living cells, solids, liquids, gases, plasmas, living organisms, the brain, complex systems, supercomputers, the atmosphere, planets, stars, galaxies and the universe itself. For careers in engineering and technology physics is essential. A-level physics is a highly sought-after qualification in scientific and engineering communities. It is classed as one of the top facilitating A Levels by the Russell Group; it is also a very good supporting A Level for many different degree courses at university such as Economics. Alongside the A Level course, there are numerous enrichment opportunities available. There is the very popular annual trip to CERN, Geneva to visit the Large Hadron Collider. At home we do trips for lecture tours across the UK, for example, in recent years this has included a Medical Physics trip at RD&E hospital and went to Birmingham for lectures from top Physicists and known names like Jim Al-Khalili. We have also had a lot of success in the national Physics Olympiad competitions with numerous golds and a pupil representing the UK in the International Astrophysics Olympiad Team.
It is highly recommended that pupils have a minimum of 7 grade GCSE in both Physics and Maths. Studying A Level maths would be an advantage, with quite a lot of cross-over in skills and the mechanics topics. However, this is not a necessity, with the beyond maths skills being covered by the ‘Maths for Scientists’ course during activities in the second term.
The A Level course is fully linear so assessment of a pupil’s knowledge and understanding of the whole course takes place at the end of two years of study. There are 3 written papers each 2 hours in length. The papers are broadly broken down as follows: 1. Year 12 material 2. Year 13 core material 3. Practical Physics and optional topic As well as a grade awarded at the completion of the examinations, pupils are also awarded a Practical Endorsement. There are 12 required practicals which must be completed, although pupils will complete many more. The Endorsement is internally assessed continually throughout the practical elements of the course. The Endorsement confirms that a pupil has reached a level of practical ability suitable for scientific study at the university level.