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Sir John Lawes School
Physics
Board: Edexcel (9PH0)
INTRODUCTION
Edexcel offers a concept-led approach to studying Physics. This approach begins with a study of the laws,
theories and models of physics and finishes with an exploration of their practical applications.
You will require: a curiosity about how and why things in the world around you work, an ability to solve
problems and use mathematical tools to model various situations, and a positive and organised attitude
towards your studies.
Physics is essential for any Engineering or Computing based courses. It is highly useful for health-related
careers such as biomechanics and radiotherapy.
Studying Physics can lead to a range of possible careers including astronomy, medical physics, software
engineering and nuclear engineering.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
If you are studying Triple Science:
If you are studying Combined Science:
GCSE Triple Science Physics at grade 6 or above
APS of 4.5 or above
GCSE Combined Science at grade 7-6 or above
AND
Grade 6 or above in GCSE Mathematics
APS of 4.5 or above
COURSE CONTENT
You will learn about modelling a variety of physical concepts, and will develop your ability to work as a
physicist, developing practical and scientific communication skills.
In Year 12 you will study topics that develop ideas further from the GCSE Sciences. The topics include
mechanics, electric circuits, materials, waves and particle nature of light, and electric and magnetic fields.
In Year 12 the ideas covered in Year 12 are further developed through these topics, nuclear and particle
physics, thermodynamics, space, nuclear radiation, gravitational fields and oscillations.
All aspects of the course (including practical skill and knowledge) will be assessed through exam papers at
the end of the two year course.
There is an expectation that the time given to lessons each week will be matched by students outside of
school as time to undertake independent study and homework.
