Course Content:

Students study topics, including forces, energy, electricity, quantum phenomena and fields, alongside one optional area such as astrophysics, medical physics or engineering physics. The course is supported by a comprehensive practical programme, where students develop hands on skills in experimental design, measurement and data analysis.

Assessment:

Assessment is through three written examinations: Papers 1 and 2 each assess half of the core content, while Paper 3 is synoptic and includes the optional topic.

Students also complete a Practical Skills Endorsement through twelve assessed experiments, reported separately.

Employability:

Skill development:

• Laboratory skills
• Data analysis
• Problem-solving
• Report writing
• Critical thinking

Career routes:

• Engineering
• Healthcare
• Medical Technology
• Finance
• Data Analyst

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