From learning about the interaction of the smallest particles, to the way the Universe has evolved, students will also study topics which are directly related to everyday life, as well as studying the technology which inspired the digital revolution. Students will combine concepts studied with a range of practical experiments in each topic giving the course both an academic and practical focus. Students will learn to apply knowledge of the key concepts to solve problems in a range of different contexts and applications. From stretching wires to breaking point in the first term and measuring laser ray diffraction in the second, students will also be applying Newton’s equations to study planetary motion and carrying out experiments to investigate wave particle duality.
Students wishing to study physics will need to achieve at least a grade 7 at GCSE. This is an academically rigorous course, and a secure grasp of basic mathematics is also required.
Assessment is by three examinations which assess content from all six modules: Component 1 - Modelling physics » Assesses content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 5 » 2 hours 15 minutes » Written paper » 100 marks » 37% of A level Component 2 - Exploring physics » Assesses content from modules 1, 2, 4 and 6 » 2 hours 15 minutes » Written paper » 100 marks » 37% of A level Component 3 - Unified physics » Assesses content from all modules (1 to 6) » 1 hour 30 minutes » Written paper » 70 marks » 26% of A level There is also a practical endorsement in physics (04) component which is a non-exam assessment.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Suffolk |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £29,514 - £38,490 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £18,975 - £20,538 |
| Address | Burkitt Road, Woodbridge, IP12 4JH |
From learning about the interaction of the smallest particles, to the way the Universe has evolved, students will also study topics which are directly related to everyday life, as well as studying the technology which inspired the digital revolution. Students will combine concepts studied with a range of practical experiments in each topic giving the course both an academic and practical focus. Students will learn to apply knowledge of the key concepts to solve problems in a range of different contexts and applications. From stretching wires to breaking point in the first term and measuring laser ray diffraction in the second, students will also be applying Newton’s equations to study planetary motion and carrying out experiments to investigate wave particle duality.
Students wishing to study physics will need to achieve at least a grade 7 at GCSE. This is an academically rigorous course, and a secure grasp of basic mathematics is also required.
Assessment is by three examinations which assess content from all six modules: Component 1 - Modelling physics » Assesses content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 5 » 2 hours 15 minutes » Written paper » 100 marks » 37% of A level Component 2 - Exploring physics » Assesses content from modules 1, 2, 4 and 6 » 2 hours 15 minutes » Written paper » 100 marks » 37% of A level Component 3 - Unified physics » Assesses content from all modules (1 to 6) » 1 hour 30 minutes » Written paper » 70 marks » 26% of A level There is also a practical endorsement in physics (04) component which is a non-exam assessment.