A Level of Physics provides the opportunity to explore the phenomena of the universe and to look at theories that explain what is observed. This subject combines practical skills with theoretical ideas to develop hypotheses to describe the physical universe. You will learn about everything from kinematics to cosmology and many recent developments in fascinating topics, such as particle physics. If you are interested in the limits of space, the beginning of time and everything in between this is the subject for you. Physics is more than a subject - it trains your brain to think beyond boundaries. You will already be familiar with many of the topics that you will study, including forces, waves, radioactivity, electricity and magnetism. At A Level, you'll look at these areas in more detail and find out how they are interconnected. You will also learn how to apply maths to real-world problems and explore new areas such as particle physics, quantum phenomena and astrophysics. There is no coursework or controlled assessment in A Level Physics, but students will cover 12 required practicals over the two-year course which can be tested in the external examinations. Additionally, students may be awarded a pass or fail for their practical competency.
Applicants are expected to achieve a minimum of 6 GCSEs at Grade 6 or above, with a Grade 7 or above in any subject they are considering studying at A Level. In particular, a Grade 7 will be required in Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Languages, owing to the need for a solid GCSE foundation to achieve success at A Level in these subjects. In addition to the standard entry requirements for automatic entry into the BGS Sixth Form, we require a minimum of a Grade 7 at GCSE in Physics to study this subject for A Level. This is owing to the demands of the A-level physics course and the need for a solid GCSE foundation in this area for success.
There are three papers each lasting 2 hours. Paper 1 covers material from Year 12 and paper 2 covers material from Year 13. Paper 3 has a section on practical skills and data analysis and a section on one of the optional topics.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £9,948 - £13,089 |
| Address | Tenterden Street, Bury, BL9 0HN |
A Level of Physics provides the opportunity to explore the phenomena of the universe and to look at theories that explain what is observed. This subject combines practical skills with theoretical ideas to develop hypotheses to describe the physical universe. You will learn about everything from kinematics to cosmology and many recent developments in fascinating topics, such as particle physics. If you are interested in the limits of space, the beginning of time and everything in between this is the subject for you. Physics is more than a subject - it trains your brain to think beyond boundaries. You will already be familiar with many of the topics that you will study, including forces, waves, radioactivity, electricity and magnetism. At A Level, you'll look at these areas in more detail and find out how they are interconnected. You will also learn how to apply maths to real-world problems and explore new areas such as particle physics, quantum phenomena and astrophysics. There is no coursework or controlled assessment in A Level Physics, but students will cover 12 required practicals over the two-year course which can be tested in the external examinations. Additionally, students may be awarded a pass or fail for their practical competency.
Applicants are expected to achieve a minimum of 6 GCSEs at Grade 6 or above, with a Grade 7 or above in any subject they are considering studying at A Level. In particular, a Grade 7 will be required in Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Languages, owing to the need for a solid GCSE foundation to achieve success at A Level in these subjects. In addition to the standard entry requirements for automatic entry into the BGS Sixth Form, we require a minimum of a Grade 7 at GCSE in Physics to study this subject for A Level. This is owing to the demands of the A-level physics course and the need for a solid GCSE foundation in this area for success.
There are three papers each lasting 2 hours. Paper 1 covers material from Year 12 and paper 2 covers material from Year 13. Paper 3 has a section on practical skills and data analysis and a section on one of the optional topics.