Physics
Shenley Brook End School - Milton Keynes
01908520264
Walbank Grove, Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes, MK5 7ZT
Course summary

The general topic areas for the course are: Motion; Forces in action; Work, energy and power; Behaviour of materials; Newton’s laws of motion and momentum; Charge, current and electrical circuits; Energy, power and resistance; Waves; Quantum physics; Thermal physics; Circular motion and Oscillations; Gravitational fields; Astrophysics; Capacitors; Electric fields and Electromagnetism; Nuclear and particle physics; Medical imaging The A level Physics course should encourage students to: Understand the role that Physics plays in our lives; Develop analytical approaches and problem solving skills; Have a knowledge and understanding of the fundamental laws that govern the universe; Collect data then analyse it accurately and critically.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in Biology and grade 6 in 1 other science subject. Grade 6 in Maths. Grade 5 in either English Language or Literature.

How you'll be assessed

3 external exams and a practical endorsement

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityMilton Keynes
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressWalbank Grove, Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes, MK5 7ZT