Physics
The Sir Robert Woodard Academy - West Sussex
01903767434
Upper Boundstone Lane, Sompting, BN15 9QZ
Course summary

You will study the world of physics including: Year 12 Module 1 – Development of practical skills in physics Module 2 – Foundations of physics Module 3 – Forces and motion Module 4 – Electrons, waves and photons Year 13 Module 1 – Development of practical skills in physics Module 5 – Newtonian world and astrophysics Module 6 – Particles and medical physics

Entry requirements

GCSE Physics, plus another science at grade 6 or Combined Science - Grades 6-6 GCSE Maths - Grade 6

How you'll be assessed

Three written papers taken at the end of Year 13 together with a practical endorsement. Modelling physics Content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 5. 100 marks written paper, 2 hours 15 minutes Exploring Physics Content from modules 1, 2, 4 and 6. 100 marks written paper, 2 hours 15 minutes Unified physics Synoptic paper: Assesses content from all modules (1 to 6). 70 marks written paper, 1 hour 30 minutes Practical Endorsement 12 required practical tasks that will be examined in papers 1 or 2. You will then pass or fail your practical endorsement which will be reported separately.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityWest Sussex
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressUpper Boundstone Lane, Sompting, BN15 9QZ