Have you ever wondered why the sky is blue or what, fundamentally, are quarks? If so you may wish to study Physics which helps us to understand the physical world around us. Some of the course leads directly from the GCSE but you will also be introduced to completely novel ideas such as Quantum Theory and Particle Physics. No longer will you view the atom as a simple arrangement of protons, neutrons and electrons but as a whole array of even smaller particles! The course aims to: • develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other. • develop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods. • develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem solving skills. • develop interest and enthusiasm for the subject, including further study and careers associated with the subject. • understand how society makes decisions about scientific issues.
Pupils should have achieved a grade 7 or above in GCSE Science or Physics, and GCSE Maths. The parallel study of A Level Mathematics is recommended.
You will be assessed on: • Knowledge and understanding of the content including associated mathematical and practical skills • Ability to apply mathematical and practical skills to unfamiliar areas • Ability to draw together different areas of knowledge and understanding within one answer. Paper 1: Assessment is by a two-hour written exam of sections 1- 6.1 (short, long answer and multiple choice questions). Weighting: 34% Paper 2: Assessment is by a two-hour written exam of sections 6.2- 8 (short, long answer and multiple choice questions). Weighting: 34% Paper 3: Assessment is by two hour written paper of section 9 and practical skills and data analysis (short and long answer questions). Weighting: 32%
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £30,291 - £34,449 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £13,986 - £20,589 |
| Address | Farnham Lane, Haslemere, GU27 1HQ |
Have you ever wondered why the sky is blue or what, fundamentally, are quarks? If so you may wish to study Physics which helps us to understand the physical world around us. Some of the course leads directly from the GCSE but you will also be introduced to completely novel ideas such as Quantum Theory and Particle Physics. No longer will you view the atom as a simple arrangement of protons, neutrons and electrons but as a whole array of even smaller particles! The course aims to: • develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other. • develop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods. • develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem solving skills. • develop interest and enthusiasm for the subject, including further study and careers associated with the subject. • understand how society makes decisions about scientific issues.
Pupils should have achieved a grade 7 or above in GCSE Science or Physics, and GCSE Maths. The parallel study of A Level Mathematics is recommended.
You will be assessed on: • Knowledge and understanding of the content including associated mathematical and practical skills • Ability to apply mathematical and practical skills to unfamiliar areas • Ability to draw together different areas of knowledge and understanding within one answer. Paper 1: Assessment is by a two-hour written exam of sections 1- 6.1 (short, long answer and multiple choice questions). Weighting: 34% Paper 2: Assessment is by a two-hour written exam of sections 6.2- 8 (short, long answer and multiple choice questions). Weighting: 34% Paper 3: Assessment is by two hour written paper of section 9 and practical skills and data analysis (short and long answer questions). Weighting: 32%