Course information
Physics
Oxford Sixth Form College - Oxfordshire
01865793333
12 King Edward Street, Oxford, OX1 4HT
Course summary

Physics is a fundamental science. Through the language of mathematics and conceptual models, Physics has advanced our understanding of the material world we live in. It has made possible such things as the car, the mobile phone, and the light bulb – almost everything we use and touch. It is a rigorous subject and can help develop vital skills for careers in engineering, computing, communications and many other fields. Physics is the study of how things work. It can explain the mysteries of gravity, electricity, magnetism and nuclear power. Satellite navigation, broadband communications, aerial drones and electric cars are just a few recent advances which physics has made possible. It has even enabled us to discover thousands of new planets circling around distant stars. Physics works by developing new ideas, and also by carrying out experiments. Both components are vital. Major experiments include the Large Hadron Collider in Geneva, and the drive for nuclear fusion power in France and England. These have arisen from the ideas created by a previous generation of physicists. In the future, these experiments could lead the way to clean energy with no threat of global warming or environmental damage.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs grade 5 or above including Maths, English, Physics (or Science) or equivalent international qualifications. For international students who have taken IELTS, we require an overall score of 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 for each of the reading and writing components. For international students who have taken IGCSE English (Second Language), we require grade 5 or above.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 Measurements and their errors Particles and radiation Waves Mechanics and materials Electricity Periodic Motion 34% 2 hours Written Exam [60 marks of short and long answer questions and 25 multiple choice questions on content] Paper 2 Thermal Physics Fields and their consequences Nuclear physics 34% 2 hours Written Exam [60 marks of short and long answer questions and 25 multiple choice questions on content] Paper 3 Engineering physics Practical skills and data analysis 32% 2 hours Written Exam [45 marks of short and long answer questions on practical experiments and data analysis.] [35 marks of short and long answer questions on optional topic.]

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityOxfordshire
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI Report
Boarding Fee£28,635
Sixth Form FeeUnknown
Address12 King Edward Street, Oxford, OX1 4HT