Be a physicist and explore the workings of the universe, from almost unimaginably small quarks and leptons to the mind-bogglingly huge life-cycle of a star. You will also study more ‘down to Earth’ aspects of this fascinating subject, such as mechanics, electricity and waves, building your analytical and problem-solving skills along the way. With five subject specialist teachers in our Physics Department – you will be supported by educators who are passionate about this fascinating subject, as you explore everything from nuclear physics and radiation, through to thermodynamics, space and the nature of light. Our enriched learning opportunities can include: British Physics Olympiad Youth STEMM Award Babraham Institute Schools’ Day for STEM careers University of Cambridge Science Festival and public lectures Teacher surgeries to support your progress
GCSE grades (or equivalent) Subject 1: Physics: 6+ or Science Double Award: 77+ Subject 2: Mathematics: 6+ Subject 3: English Language: 5 (CEFR B2.2) Grade 7+ in either GCSE Physics or Mathematics is required
Content of A Level Paper 1 Advanced Physics I: Written examination paper of 1 hour and 45 minutes, which consists of multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions. (30% of total mark) Paper 2 Advanced Physics II: Written examination paper of 1 hour and 45 minutes, which consists of multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions. (30% of total mark) Paper 3 General and practical principles in Physics: Written examination paper of 2 hours and 30 minutes, including questions that assess conceptual and theoretical understanding of experimental methods (indirect practical skills) that will draw on students’ experiences of the core practicals. It may include multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions. (40% of total mark) Science practical endorsement: Practical competency will be assessed as pass/fail internally. The content of the core practicals will be assessed in the examination papers (15% of the marks). Practical work records will be used as evidence for internal assessment against a set of exam board standards. This is in addition to the A Level qualification.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £38,610 - £45,840 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £14,310 - £21,330 |
| Address | Bateman Street, Cambridge, CB2 1LY |
Be a physicist and explore the workings of the universe, from almost unimaginably small quarks and leptons to the mind-bogglingly huge life-cycle of a star. You will also study more ‘down to Earth’ aspects of this fascinating subject, such as mechanics, electricity and waves, building your analytical and problem-solving skills along the way. With five subject specialist teachers in our Physics Department – you will be supported by educators who are passionate about this fascinating subject, as you explore everything from nuclear physics and radiation, through to thermodynamics, space and the nature of light. Our enriched learning opportunities can include: British Physics Olympiad Youth STEMM Award Babraham Institute Schools’ Day for STEM careers University of Cambridge Science Festival and public lectures Teacher surgeries to support your progress
GCSE grades (or equivalent) Subject 1: Physics: 6+ or Science Double Award: 77+ Subject 2: Mathematics: 6+ Subject 3: English Language: 5 (CEFR B2.2) Grade 7+ in either GCSE Physics or Mathematics is required
Content of A Level Paper 1 Advanced Physics I: Written examination paper of 1 hour and 45 minutes, which consists of multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions. (30% of total mark) Paper 2 Advanced Physics II: Written examination paper of 1 hour and 45 minutes, which consists of multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions. (30% of total mark) Paper 3 General and practical principles in Physics: Written examination paper of 2 hours and 30 minutes, including questions that assess conceptual and theoretical understanding of experimental methods (indirect practical skills) that will draw on students’ experiences of the core practicals. It may include multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions. (40% of total mark) Science practical endorsement: Practical competency will be assessed as pass/fail internally. The content of the core practicals will be assessed in the examination papers (15% of the marks). Practical work records will be used as evidence for internal assessment against a set of exam board standards. This is in addition to the A Level qualification.