Physics – Physics A Level
Overview
Physics is the fundamental science that lies at the heart of modern engineering, technology and medicine. The course follows the Edexcel A Level specification, with emphasis on concepts and practical skills.
Course Content
Educational Experiences
Course Specific Trips & Visits & Experiences
The College runs a number of educational experiences each year to enable students to contextualise their learning. These experiences include trips, for example to St George’s teaching hospital to look at the Medical Imaging Process (MRI scans). The College also has a programme of visiting speakers, which includes representatives from Higher Education and Industry.
Progression
Physics affects many different areas of modern life and Physics graduates are in high demand. They have a wide range of career pathways open to them, including:
- Research and Development
- Technical Management
- Finance and Banking
- Computing and Software Design
- Energy or the Health Service
- Media, Marketing, and Teaching
Students studying A Level Physics often go on to study Physics at degree level, or pursue careers in Physics or applied areas such as Engineering.
Entry Requirements & Assessment
Students wishing to include A Levels in their programme need to have (or expect to achieve) at least five GCSE passes, with at least two at Grade 5 or above (and a satisfactory school reference) in order to be accepted on an A Level/BTEC Level 3 Programme.
In addition, students should meet the following minimum GCSE requirements:
- Grade 6 in Mathematics and Grade 5 in English Language plus Grade 6 in both Core and Additional Science or Grade 6 in Physics, if taken OR
- Grade 5 in Mathematics and English Language and Grade 6, 7 in Core and Additional Science or a Grade 7 in Physics, if taken
Students wishing to include A Levels in their programme need to have (or expect to achieve) at least five GCSE passes, with at least two at Grade 5 or above (and a satisfactory school reference) in order to be accepted on an A Level/BTEC Level 3 Programme.
A Level students will complete all modules and take 3 exams at the end of the second year.
What goes well with this course?
Maths and Chemistry are the traditional partner subjects, however, Physics can be successfully combined with most subjects e.g. Biology, History, Economics, Government & Politics and Philosophy.
How To Apply
Applications for entry September 2020. The application form for the academic year 2019-2020 is available to complete online here.
Students should return their completed forms directly to Coulsdon College, NOT their schools. All applications will be considered according to the College's Admissions Policy. Please see the Admissions timetable for information about the College’s enrolment process.
Get in touch
Tel: 01737 551 176
Fax: 01737 551 282
Email: enquiries@coulsdon.ac.uk
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