A Level Physics

“From cancer treatment, to tackling climate change, gaming to robotics, bioengineering and artificial intelligence, physics and physicists are on the frontline shaping the future”.

The A level course is about how matter interacts from the very small to the very large. From quantum phenomena to the laws of gravity and relativity. Physics allows you to study the laws which define, movement, space, time, matter and everything in between. Answer such questions as “Why don’t penguin’s feet freeze, “Where did the universe come from and how might it end”, as well as study more practical applications such as radiotherapy and engineering.

The activities you will be engaged in will be:

You will enjoy this course if you have a passion for exploring and understanding the world in which you live and are looking for a fulfilling, interesting and challenging A level. You will enjoy problem solving, practical work and discussing the key fundamentals of the universe. You will develop your understanding of physics, through written, research, problem solving and a strong emphasis on practical activities.

To achieve higher grades in this subject you must be prepared to commit to completing the many necessary hours of independent study the course demands. The learning habits you will be asked to draw upon include:

Reading up on prior accepted knowledge and new developments in this area.

Evaluating your understanding and identifying misconceptions within a topic.

Thinking and communicating with clarity, using subject specific vocabulary and numerical methods.

Being able to use a range of mathematical techniques to solve theoretical and practical problems.

Questioning, posing problems and investigating new ideas

Developing creative ways to solve problems.

How to prepare for the course:

Gain a taste of learning at A-level in Physics by taking a full and active part in the taster lessons on offer during our Year 11 Futures event, as well as the taster lessons during sixth form induction week. Completing the tasks set over the summer that you are given so that you are competent and confident in the variety of skills required of you at A – level, will put you in a very favourable position for maximising your progress.

Reading widely on modern developments in the world of physics natural sciences and engineering.

Five GCSEs grade 4 or above, including grade 7 in Physics or 7-7 in Trilogy and grade 6 in Maths.