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GCE A Level in Physics

at Woodhouse College · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2022see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Physics at A level is a subject for the curious, for those who ask the deepest questions about the universe but who also want to know about the workings of the physical world in everyday life. You’ll develop the ability to plan, implement, analyse and evaluate practical exercises. You’ll learn strategies for successful problem solving, and gain an understanding of the use of IT for analysis of results using Excel, data gathering and research. You’ll also become skilled at communicating difficult concepts clearly. The course is essential for students who wish to go on to study engineering as well as physics and prepares you for a wide range of other related degrees such as architecture, natural sciences, maths and medicine. Our students often gain entry to Russell Group universities including Oxbridge and Imperial. Course content- The course covers a complete A level grounding in the fundamentals of the subject. In the first year, you’ll cover familiar areas in more depth: mechanics, materials, electricity and waves, and exciting new topics: particles, quantum phenomena and material science. In year two, you’ll be introduced to topics including fields and nuclear physics, and choose from options such as astrophysics, electronics, medical physics, and engineering physics. The practical skills relating to how science works are integrated throughout the two years. Recent trips include visits to the Large Hadron Collider in Geneva and Silverstone. We often offer several enrichment

What you need to get on

GCSE Grade 7 in Mathematics, GCSE Grade 5 in English Language. GCSE Grade 7 + 6 in Science Combined Trilogy (if Physics is the only science subject being studied at A Level) OR GCSE Grade 7 + 7 in Science Combined Trilogy (if Physics is being studied alongside another A Level science subject) OR GCSE Grade 7 in Physics + Grade 6 in Biology + Grade 6 in Chemistry

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • WOODHOUSE COLLEGE

    WOODHOUSE ROAD FINCHLEY, LONDON, N12 9EY

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