Physicists study the interplay of forces, energy and matter. Physics attempts to unravel and explain the fundamental processes going on around and within us, from the behaviour of the smallest sub-atomic particles to the origins of our universe; in this way it can be said to underpin the other experimental sciences. Physics appeals to students for a variety of reasons. For some it is the ideas that capture their imagination, such as the mind-bending ones from Relativity or Quantum Mechanics; others see Physics as the grounding for their aspirations in Engineering, a necessary basic skill set they will need to use to go forward and change the world; some choose the subject at this level simply to support their university application for Health Sciences or Medicine but then often find it much more enjoyable than they had anticipated. This A Level course will suit all these students. It is designed to balance the pure scientific ideas with applications such as Astrophysics and Medical Imaging and it covers the whole spectrum of the subject in sufficient depth to challenge and stimulate each student’s intellect and imagination. The mathematical content of the subject is significant but should not be considered daunting to a keen student who is happy and confident with algebra and indices.
Strong GCSE passes in Physics and Maths are necessary, preferably at least a grade 8. It is not a requirement to study Mathematics in the Sixth Form, although it is advantageous and strongly recommended: no Physics-related degree at university would be possible without A Level Maths, for example. Above all else, a genuine interest in the subject is essential.
The course is a linear one, with all three papers for the A Level being taken at the end of the Upper Sixth. There are two papers of 2 hours 15 minutes and one synoptic paper of 1 hour 30 minutes.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | West Berkshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £47,760 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £35,520 |
| Address | Cold Ash, Thatcham, RG18 9JJ |
Physicists study the interplay of forces, energy and matter. Physics attempts to unravel and explain the fundamental processes going on around and within us, from the behaviour of the smallest sub-atomic particles to the origins of our universe; in this way it can be said to underpin the other experimental sciences. Physics appeals to students for a variety of reasons. For some it is the ideas that capture their imagination, such as the mind-bending ones from Relativity or Quantum Mechanics; others see Physics as the grounding for their aspirations in Engineering, a necessary basic skill set they will need to use to go forward and change the world; some choose the subject at this level simply to support their university application for Health Sciences or Medicine but then often find it much more enjoyable than they had anticipated. This A Level course will suit all these students. It is designed to balance the pure scientific ideas with applications such as Astrophysics and Medical Imaging and it covers the whole spectrum of the subject in sufficient depth to challenge and stimulate each student’s intellect and imagination. The mathematical content of the subject is significant but should not be considered daunting to a keen student who is happy and confident with algebra and indices.
Strong GCSE passes in Physics and Maths are necessary, preferably at least a grade 8. It is not a requirement to study Mathematics in the Sixth Form, although it is advantageous and strongly recommended: no Physics-related degree at university would be possible without A Level Maths, for example. Above all else, a genuine interest in the subject is essential.
The course is a linear one, with all three papers for the A Level being taken at the end of the Upper Sixth. There are two papers of 2 hours 15 minutes and one synoptic paper of 1 hour 30 minutes.