The course blends traditional topics, such as Newtonian mechanics, waves, circuits and field theory, which give an excellent overview of classical Physics, with more modern topics, such as nuclear and particle physics and quantum mechanics, which are supported by a trip to Cern. Practical work is undertaken throughout the course. If a candidate completes this satisfactorily, their A level certificate will be endorsed with a pass. The option topic examined in paper 3 will be one from: Astrophysics, Electronics, Engineering Physics, Medical Physics, Turning Points in Physics.
Physics is a mathematical science. While it is not absolutely essential to study A level Mathematics, the two subjects complement each other well. Any pupil wishing to study Physics at A level would ideally have achieved at least a grade 7 in both Physics (separate science or combined science) and Mathematics at GCSE.
Candidates are assessed with three written papers. Paper 1: Core Physics 2 hours (34%) Paper 2: Core Physics 2 hours (34%) Paper 3: Practical skills and Option topic 2 hours (32%)
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £30,300 - £40,650 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £20,550 - £24,390 |
| Address | Radstock, BA3 4RJ |
The course blends traditional topics, such as Newtonian mechanics, waves, circuits and field theory, which give an excellent overview of classical Physics, with more modern topics, such as nuclear and particle physics and quantum mechanics, which are supported by a trip to Cern. Practical work is undertaken throughout the course. If a candidate completes this satisfactorily, their A level certificate will be endorsed with a pass. The option topic examined in paper 3 will be one from: Astrophysics, Electronics, Engineering Physics, Medical Physics, Turning Points in Physics.
Physics is a mathematical science. While it is not absolutely essential to study A level Mathematics, the two subjects complement each other well. Any pupil wishing to study Physics at A level would ideally have achieved at least a grade 7 in both Physics (separate science or combined science) and Mathematics at GCSE.
Candidates are assessed with three written papers. Paper 1: Core Physics 2 hours (34%) Paper 2: Core Physics 2 hours (34%) Paper 3: Practical skills and Option topic 2 hours (32%)