Physics is the most fundamental and venerable of the sciences, although it can lead to the most diverse and flexible range of careers and skills, from space travel to archaeology, biophysics to games engines and financial markets to global engineering. Amongst admissions tutors and recruiters alike, it is considered very highly as a valuable A-level. It is a rapidly developing science with well-funded and extensive research – including several new university physics departments – and with enough specialist areas to include everyone’s interests and abilities. The number of A-level physics students at Judd is very likely the largest in any sixth form in the UK, and this is testament to the consistently excellent results it generates every year. Such success stems from the dedicated and skilled physics teachers, all them qualified physicists, who strive to get the very best from everyone their students regardless of ability. Physics Society: Organised and run by the students, this weekly meeting provides a regular forum for discussion, answering questions, listening to guest speakers and eating cake. It often provides a chance for students to talk about their particular physics interests or areas and also frequently generates interest in new topics or cutting edge research. British Physics Olympiad: A competition which all Y13 students enter, giving them an opportunity to test their knowledge and brain power against their peers in the UK and on past occasions, at an international level. The department has close links with industry through the Institute of Physics, providing a year-long series of lectures, The Smallpiece Trust and The Prince’s Trust, both of which offer work experience placements and research opportunities.
Name: Physics A Level Qualification title: Physics A Level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment This new A-level is a two year course, with all final exams being taken at the end of year 2. There is no coursework element, but practicals are an integral part of the syllabus and a practical skills verification will form an additional part of the final A-level grade. Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20151109 10:54:03 Updated 20151109 10:55:45
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