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Physics

at The Nobel School, Stevenage · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Course Outline The course will prepare students to progress into further education to follow courses in physics, engineering, another science or related subjects, or to enter employment where knowledge of physics would be useful. What will I learn on this course? This course will enable you to explore: • the core principles and laws of physics in mechanics, electricity, fields, waves, nuclear and quantum physics; • to set physics in a variety of contexts, illustrating connections with everyday life, people, places and cultures; • make use of essential mathematical methods in physics. Who would be a successful student of physics? This course will appeal to students who: • enjoy asking questions about how and why things happen the way they do; • are inquisitive and analytical; • are good at solving problems. Enrichment opportunities On a two yearly cycle the physics department visits the world’s biggest particle accelerator, the LHC at CERN on the France/ Switzerland border near Geneva. The next visit is planned for 2019. Career Opportunities Physics is well respected by universities and can lead to a wide variety of exciting careers. For those who may study an arts subject at degree level, physics A-level indicates a high level of application and well-rounded interests. Physics applications, like the career opportunities, are extremely varied. Employers today actively seek out people who can prove their ability to think logically, understand complex ideas and apply them to the

What you need to get on

Min APS 5.8 Grade 6 in Maths. Grade 6 in Physics or Grade 7 in GCSE Combined Science

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

  • The Nobel School

    Mobbsbury Way, Stevenage, SG2 0HS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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