Once again, pupils follow the AQA course, which enables us to study the popular Astrophysics option in the Upper Sixth. Lessons are a mixture of discussion, problem-solving and practical work, with an increased focus on helping pupils manage their learning in preparation for university. Topics studied include the structure of materials, superconductivity, matter, antimatter and quarks and the origin and possible future of the universe, as well as deeper investigation of familiar areas such as electricity and forces. Most pupils achieve A*-B at A Level and a significant proportion chooses to study physics-related subjects, including medicine or engineering, at university.
Sixth Form admission is based on a combination of interview, present school report (for external applications) and performance at GCSE. As a guide, applicants should have received a combined total of at least 36 points in their seven best GCSEs and they should have achieved at least a grade 6 in the GCSE subjects they wish to take forward as their A Level subject choices and preferably a 7-9 grade.
The examination arrangements for A Level Physics are as follows: Paper 1 2 Hours 85 Marks 34% of A Level Any content from topics 1–4, including relevant practical skills Questions 60 marks of short and long answer questions and 25 multiple choice questions on content Paper 2 2 Hours 85 Marks 34% of A Level Any content from topics 5–8, including relevant practical skills Questions 60 marks of short and long answer questions and 25 multiple choice questions on content Paper 3 2 Hours 80 Marks 32% of A Level Any content from topics 1–8, including relevant practical skills Questions 45 marks: short and long answer questions and 25 multiple choice questions on content 35 marks: short and long answer questions on optional topic
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | St. Mary's College, Everest Road, Liverpool, L23 5TW |
Once again, pupils follow the AQA course, which enables us to study the popular Astrophysics option in the Upper Sixth. Lessons are a mixture of discussion, problem-solving and practical work, with an increased focus on helping pupils manage their learning in preparation for university. Topics studied include the structure of materials, superconductivity, matter, antimatter and quarks and the origin and possible future of the universe, as well as deeper investigation of familiar areas such as electricity and forces. Most pupils achieve A*-B at A Level and a significant proportion chooses to study physics-related subjects, including medicine or engineering, at university.
Sixth Form admission is based on a combination of interview, present school report (for external applications) and performance at GCSE. As a guide, applicants should have received a combined total of at least 36 points in their seven best GCSEs and they should have achieved at least a grade 6 in the GCSE subjects they wish to take forward as their A Level subject choices and preferably a 7-9 grade.
The examination arrangements for A Level Physics are as follows: Paper 1 2 Hours 85 Marks 34% of A Level Any content from topics 1–4, including relevant practical skills Questions 60 marks of short and long answer questions and 25 multiple choice questions on content Paper 2 2 Hours 85 Marks 34% of A Level Any content from topics 5–8, including relevant practical skills Questions 60 marks of short and long answer questions and 25 multiple choice questions on content Paper 3 2 Hours 80 Marks 32% of A Level Any content from topics 1–8, including relevant practical skills Questions 45 marks: short and long answer questions and 25 multiple choice questions on content 35 marks: short and long answer questions on optional topic