Studied at ncn High Pavement Sixth Form College.
This course can also be studied as an intensive one-year programme for students aged 19+.
Length
- 'AS' in Year 1
- 'A2' in Year 2
This course can also be studied as an intensive one-year programme for students aged 19+.
Entry Requirements
'AS':
- At least Grade B in GCSE Additional Science
- At least Grade B in GCSE Mathematics, or planning to take 'AS' Maths
- At least one Grade B if you have studied the three separate sciences (Biology, Chemistry and Physics) at GCSE Level.
Students with Grade C may be able to study 'AS' Level Physics over two years. All students will be required to take an initial maths assessment. You are strongly advised to study 'AS' Maths.
'A2':
- At least Grade E in 'AS' Physics, Grade D is preferred.
Course Content
3 units at 'AS' Level, including:
- Mechanics
- Electrons, Waves and Photons
- Practical Skills in Physics
3 units at 'A2' Level, including:
- The Newtonian World
- Fields, Particles and Frontiers of Physics
- Practical Skills in Physics 2
Assessment
Theoretical and practical examinations
Aims & Ambitions
A Higher Education course in physics, engineering, medicine, health studies, or sport science, or a career in physics, radiology, astronomy or material science.