Studying A‐level physics will teach the student the basic principles of classical physics and provide an introduction to some aspects of modern physics, providing insights into the underlying forces that determine the behaviour of the universe. The student will also learn many transferable skills that are valued by potential employers: numeracy, graphical skills and the ability to analyse problems. The A‐level physics course covers topics such as subatomic particles, quantum physics, kinematics, dynamics, electricity, nuclear physics and heat engines. Students are divided between two sets according to their A‐level choices. The teaching of all students is shared between two teachers. Each topic is followed up with short questions for homework. Once a section has been completed, examination-style questions are completed by students and marked by their teacher. Past examination papers are used to prepare students for examinations. Practical skills are continuously developed throughout the course and are assessed through practical-focused questions on exam papers
Applicants who wish to join us in the Sixth Form have the opportunity to attend a Sixth Form Open Evening. They will then be invited into school to meet Mr Softley, our Assistant Head (Sixth Form & Futures), followed by an invitation to attend our Sixth Form Taster Day. An offer will be made subject to our entry requirements of at least 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above (including at least a 6/B grade in chosen A level subjects).
Paper 1 Particles, waves, mechanics and electricity. 34% of the A‐level. Paper 2 Thermal physics, fields and nuclear physics. 34% of the A‐level. Paper 3 Practical skills, data analysis and an optional topic. 32% of the A‐level. Students will have the option of taking AS Physics at the end of the two-year course as an alternative to the full A‐level.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £35,295 - £35,490 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £11,700 - £16,500 |
| Address | Apperley Bridge, Bradford, BD10 0NR |
Studying A‐level physics will teach the student the basic principles of classical physics and provide an introduction to some aspects of modern physics, providing insights into the underlying forces that determine the behaviour of the universe. The student will also learn many transferable skills that are valued by potential employers: numeracy, graphical skills and the ability to analyse problems. The A‐level physics course covers topics such as subatomic particles, quantum physics, kinematics, dynamics, electricity, nuclear physics and heat engines. Students are divided between two sets according to their A‐level choices. The teaching of all students is shared between two teachers. Each topic is followed up with short questions for homework. Once a section has been completed, examination-style questions are completed by students and marked by their teacher. Past examination papers are used to prepare students for examinations. Practical skills are continuously developed throughout the course and are assessed through practical-focused questions on exam papers
Applicants who wish to join us in the Sixth Form have the opportunity to attend a Sixth Form Open Evening. They will then be invited into school to meet Mr Softley, our Assistant Head (Sixth Form & Futures), followed by an invitation to attend our Sixth Form Taster Day. An offer will be made subject to our entry requirements of at least 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above (including at least a 6/B grade in chosen A level subjects).
Paper 1 Particles, waves, mechanics and electricity. 34% of the A‐level. Paper 2 Thermal physics, fields and nuclear physics. 34% of the A‐level. Paper 3 Practical skills, data analysis and an optional topic. 32% of the A‐level. Students will have the option of taking AS Physics at the end of the two-year course as an alternative to the full A‐level.