Physics is a fundamental science with a significant role in our technology-driven society, and it is essential across a wide range of applications, from microelectronics to space exploration. By understanding and investigating the intricacies of physical laws, from quantum mechanics and the laws of universal gravitation to the particle interactions at the birth of time, Physics enhances our comprehension of the universe, supports technological progress, and satisfies our curiosity. The A Level Physics course at Barney develops students’ conceptual understanding, practical and problem-solving skills, communication skills, and confidence with calculations. The department is well-resourced, and practical work is a routine part of the course. Students work one-to-one with equipment, enabling them to quickly learn to manipulate equipment, analyse data sets, and develop transferable IT skills, including the regular use of spreadsheets and data analysis software. Today’s physicists are problem solvers addressing current challenges while also posing questions that will shape the future. It is a great time to study Physics.
Students will need a good grounding in physical science and Mathematics which equates to a minimum grade 6 (ideally 7+) in both Physics (or Combined Science) and Mathematics at GCSE.
Paper 1 – Advanced Physics I: 1 hour 45 minute written paper (90 marks – 30% of A Level) - Paper 1 covers topics 1-3 and 6-8 and includes a mixture of multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions that cover both familiar and unfamiliar concepts. Paper 2 – Advanced Physics II: 1 hour 45 minute written paper (90 marks – 30% of A Level) - Paper 2 covers topics 1, 4-5, and 9-13 and includes a mixture of multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions that cover both familiar and unfamiliar concepts. Paper 3 – General and Practical Principles in Physics: 2 hour 30 minute written paper (120 marks – 40% of A Level) - Paper 3 covers all topics and will include synoptic questions that may draw on two or more different topics. and includes a mixture of short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions that cover both familiar and unfamiliar concepts. Some questions will assess conceptual and theoretical understanding of experimental methods and will draw on your experiences of the core practicals.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £18,180; Boarding £32,700 - £35,010 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Newgate, Barnard Castle, DL12 8UN |
Physics is a fundamental science with a significant role in our technology-driven society, and it is essential across a wide range of applications, from microelectronics to space exploration. By understanding and investigating the intricacies of physical laws, from quantum mechanics and the laws of universal gravitation to the particle interactions at the birth of time, Physics enhances our comprehension of the universe, supports technological progress, and satisfies our curiosity. The A Level Physics course at Barney develops students’ conceptual understanding, practical and problem-solving skills, communication skills, and confidence with calculations. The department is well-resourced, and practical work is a routine part of the course. Students work one-to-one with equipment, enabling them to quickly learn to manipulate equipment, analyse data sets, and develop transferable IT skills, including the regular use of spreadsheets and data analysis software. Today’s physicists are problem solvers addressing current challenges while also posing questions that will shape the future. It is a great time to study Physics.
Students will need a good grounding in physical science and Mathematics which equates to a minimum grade 6 (ideally 7+) in both Physics (or Combined Science) and Mathematics at GCSE.
Paper 1 – Advanced Physics I: 1 hour 45 minute written paper (90 marks – 30% of A Level) - Paper 1 covers topics 1-3 and 6-8 and includes a mixture of multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions that cover both familiar and unfamiliar concepts. Paper 2 – Advanced Physics II: 1 hour 45 minute written paper (90 marks – 30% of A Level) - Paper 2 covers topics 1, 4-5, and 9-13 and includes a mixture of multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions that cover both familiar and unfamiliar concepts. Paper 3 – General and Practical Principles in Physics: 2 hour 30 minute written paper (120 marks – 40% of A Level) - Paper 3 covers all topics and will include synoptic questions that may draw on two or more different topics. and includes a mixture of short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions that cover both familiar and unfamiliar concepts. Some questions will assess conceptual and theoretical understanding of experimental methods and will draw on your experiences of the core practicals.