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Physics

at The Woodroffe School, Lyme Regis · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The aim of the Physics course is to teach a sound knowledge and understanding of physical principles together with developing scientific problem solving skills both practical and theoretical in nature. The course seeks to develop an enthusiasm for the subject and stimulate enquiring minds. Physics leads to many possible university courses and careers, which can vary from pure research to science journalism and can provide useful background and insight into some of the most exciting scientific developments today as well as demonstrating a student?s ability to grasp and manipulate complex ideas. Questions assessing mathematical skills at Level 2 or above will form 40% of the marks across the three papers.

What you need to get on

Two separate Science GCSEs at Grade 6 or above including Physics, or alternatively two GCSEs Grade 6 or above from 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 Woodroffe School

    Uplyme Road, Lyme Regis, DT7 3LX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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