The course presents the best aspects of traditional physics along with modern concepts in an exciting and flexible way. Pupils will question the way they learn, reflecting on how knowledge and understanding are obtained. Pupils will also be expected to explore ideas, investigate different physical situations by means of simulation, modelling and experimentation and to develop key skills, such as: analysis and presentation of data, communication and empathy with peers and scientific researchers and educators. The course is delivered via the following five modules: Space, Time and Motion The particulate nature of matter Wave behaviour Fields Nuclear and Quantum physics Each module is split into approximately 5 subtopics Students are also required to carry out practical work throughout the course which will be assessed in the final written papers and via an individual internal assessment practical project. They will also have the chance to work with students studying other IB Science courses via the practical Group 4 project.
Pupils must have attained at least a grade 8 in IGCSE or GCSE Physics or the MYP equivalent and have a strong understanding of scientific principles. IGCSE or GCSE Maths at 8/9 is also essential. Perhaps more importantly, successful pupils will be highly motivated, well organised, industrious, open-minded and inquisitive. The course and the individual assessment practical project, in particular, require all of these attributes.
20% of the overall mark is for the individual internal assessment practical project.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £48,930 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £35,760 |
| Address | Duke's Ride, Crowthorne, RG45 7PU |
The course presents the best aspects of traditional physics along with modern concepts in an exciting and flexible way. Pupils will question the way they learn, reflecting on how knowledge and understanding are obtained. Pupils will also be expected to explore ideas, investigate different physical situations by means of simulation, modelling and experimentation and to develop key skills, such as: analysis and presentation of data, communication and empathy with peers and scientific researchers and educators. The course is delivered via the following five modules: Space, Time and Motion The particulate nature of matter Wave behaviour Fields Nuclear and Quantum physics Each module is split into approximately 5 subtopics Students are also required to carry out practical work throughout the course which will be assessed in the final written papers and via an individual internal assessment practical project. They will also have the chance to work with students studying other IB Science courses via the practical Group 4 project.
Pupils must have attained at least a grade 8 in IGCSE or GCSE Physics or the MYP equivalent and have a strong understanding of scientific principles. IGCSE or GCSE Maths at 8/9 is also essential. Perhaps more importantly, successful pupils will be highly motivated, well organised, industrious, open-minded and inquisitive. The course and the individual assessment practical project, in particular, require all of these attributes.
20% of the overall mark is for the individual internal assessment practical project.