A Level Physics | Furness College

A Level Physics

You will be interested in the behaviour of the natural world, the laws governing how the universe works and how those laws can be applied to solve problems. You will be confident using mathematics and have the determination and stamina to tackle a difficult subject.
Many physics students go on to study physics and engineering at university and progress into a wide variety of jobs where a technical, analytical or problem solving mind is required.
The fundamental ideas of physics, matter, force and energy, are the basis of all other sciences and most of our modern technologies. You will study quantum phenomena, electricity, mechanics, materials, waves, fields, energy, nuclear and thermal physics. You will gain experimental and problem solving skills alongside your theoretical knowledge and understanding.
You will be taught through a variety of methods including experiential, hands-on laboratory work, demonstration, small group and one-to-one discussions, problem solving exercises and examination preparation.

Course Content

What Modules will you Study?

You will study quantum phenomena, electricity, mechanics, materials, waves, fields, energy, nuclear and thermal physics.
You will gain experimental and problem solving skills alongside your theoretical knowledge and understanding.

How long is the course?

Full time over 2 Years

Where will I learn?

The Sixth Form - Rating Lane Campus

How much will this course cost?

Please refer to the College fees policy, for more information please contact Student.Services@furness.ac.uk

Entry Requirements

What are the entry requirements?

To study this A Level course you will need a minimum of three GCSEs at Grade 4 or above and two GCSEs at grade 5 or above, this must include grade 5:5 in GCSE Combined Science OR grade 5 in GCSE Physics and grade 5 in either GCSE Biology or GCSE Chemistry.

If you have grade 3 in English or maths you will study this alongside your other subjects. We are unable to offer both GCSE English and maths as part of the same programme. Please contact us for advice if you need to re-sit both English Language and maths.

Our A Level courses may be studied as a programme of three A Level subjects or as blended programme with one or two vocational subjects. Please check individual course pages for entry requirements.

Honours programme students will have a minimum average GSCE score of 6.0. In addition to studying three A Level subjects, Honours students will be enrolled on an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). The Honours Programme prepares students for university, supporting development of key skills such as independent research and report writing.

Students must also be studying A Level Mathematics to help support the mathematical content of this course.

Progression

What opportunities will this lead to?

TBC

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Student Profile

Cameron Pollock

Cameron Pollock is planning to study Automotive Engineering at Loughborough University after gaining 3A* at A Level, including in physics. Cameron said: "I’m really into Formula 1 so I want a career in motor sport. At first, I thought it might be unrealistic, but I can’t see myself doing anything else. I’m really happy with my grades."