The Physics course places a strong emphasis on practical investigation to enhance development of scientific procedure, stimulate interest and integrate many aspects of the Theory Of Knowledge (TOK) and the Nature Of Science (NOS). The syllabus for the Physics course is divided into three parts: the Standard Level Core, the Additional Higher Level material and the option subjects. Students study the Standard Level topics and, if taking Physics at Higher Level, extend their study with additional topics from the Higher Level syllabus.
GCSE grade 6 in Physics and GCSE grade 6 in Mathematics.
External assessment for Higher Level. Three written papers covering material on the Core and Higher Level syllabi. Paper 1 (1hr) 40 multiple choice questions, with a 20% weighting Paper 2 (2 ¼ hrs) Short answer and extended-response questions on the Core and AHL material, with a 36% weighting Paper 3 (1 ¼ hrs) Section A: one data-based question and several short-answer questions on experimental work; and Section B: one extended response questions from one option, together with a 24% weighting External assessment for Standard Level. Three written papers covering material on the Core syllabus only. Paper 1 (3/4 hr) 30 multiple choice questions, with a 20% weighting Paper 2 (1 ¼ hrs) Short answer and extended-response questions on the core and AHL material, with a 36% weighting Paper 3 (1 hr) Section A: one data-based question and several short-answer questions on experimental work; and Section B: one extended response questions from one option, together with a 24% weighting Internal assessment Practical skills will be assessed in two different ways: the internally assessed (and externally moderated) investigation; and the externally assessed question on Paper 3 on a list of prescribed practicals. The investigation is a 10 hour, 6 to 12-page scientific paper on some aspect of Physics that interests you. It accounts for 20% of the final grade. The investigation could take the form of a traditional lab report but can also be based on simulations, databases or other forms of modelling.
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| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £9,747 - £19,521 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £9,747 - £19,521 |
| Address | Church Street, Warminster, Warminster, BA12 8PJ |
The Physics course places a strong emphasis on practical investigation to enhance development of scientific procedure, stimulate interest and integrate many aspects of the Theory Of Knowledge (TOK) and the Nature Of Science (NOS). The syllabus for the Physics course is divided into three parts: the Standard Level Core, the Additional Higher Level material and the option subjects. Students study the Standard Level topics and, if taking Physics at Higher Level, extend their study with additional topics from the Higher Level syllabus.
GCSE grade 6 in Physics and GCSE grade 6 in Mathematics.
External assessment for Higher Level. Three written papers covering material on the Core and Higher Level syllabi. Paper 1 (1hr) 40 multiple choice questions, with a 20% weighting Paper 2 (2 ¼ hrs) Short answer and extended-response questions on the Core and AHL material, with a 36% weighting Paper 3 (1 ¼ hrs) Section A: one data-based question and several short-answer questions on experimental work; and Section B: one extended response questions from one option, together with a 24% weighting External assessment for Standard Level. Three written papers covering material on the Core syllabus only. Paper 1 (3/4 hr) 30 multiple choice questions, with a 20% weighting Paper 2 (1 ¼ hrs) Short answer and extended-response questions on the core and AHL material, with a 36% weighting Paper 3 (1 hr) Section A: one data-based question and several short-answer questions on experimental work; and Section B: one extended response questions from one option, together with a 24% weighting Internal assessment Practical skills will be assessed in two different ways: the internally assessed (and externally moderated) investigation; and the externally assessed question on Paper 3 on a list of prescribed practicals. The investigation is a 10 hour, 6 to 12-page scientific paper on some aspect of Physics that interests you. It accounts for 20% of the final grade. The investigation could take the form of a traditional lab report but can also be based on simulations, databases or other forms of modelling.