Physics
BackPhysics attempts to explain the Universe around us, from the tiniest particles being discovered at CERN, to the Universe itself! A Level Physics enables us to describe these phenomena using mathematical models and analogies with our everyday experience. It encourages logical thinking and creative problem solving; all highly desirable skills.
Students will begin by studying the basics of movement, forces and energy transfers allowing them to predict the path of projectiles and the effect of forces on objects. We then move on to materials and fluids, how these substances behave under stress and relate this to their role in engineering.
Students will also revisit electricity by considering the behaviour of electrons inside of circuits, and end with the classic problem of the wave particle nature of light and how quantum mechanics may present a solution to this traditional argument.
“Experimentation and analysis is an important part of Physics and one which is catered for well in the course, with some exciting experiments along the way.”
Next Steps
Many students will go on to study Physics at university or a related subject such as engineering, mathematics or computer science. It enables you to specialise in areas such as astrophysics, particle physics or medical physics. Physics students have also gone on to study medicine or veterinary medicine as both recognise the value of A Level Physics.
Finally, some will go onto a higher-level apprenticeship in engineering with Physics providing a good basis for their new pathway.
Entry Requirements
Standard entry requirements, plus:
· Minimum Grade 6 Physics or 66 in Combined Science
· Minimum Grade 6 Maths
· Average GCSE Score 5.5
The college may require students to attend Core Maths to support their learning maths qualification
Exam board
AQA
