Physics

Course structure

• Before you start

  You may be required to complete an activity before you start in order to help introduce you to the subject. Check back in the summer term for more details.

• Year 1

  In the first year you will investigate mechanics, electricity, waves and particle physics. Much of the course contains a strong mathematical focus and students are expected to have a strong background in mathematics and to choose Maths as another of their subjects

• Year 2

  In year two areas of study will include gravitational fields, electromagnetism and thermodynamics. You will develop strong numeracy and analytical skills and carry out a range of laboratory-based experiments and activities to enhance both your understanding and practical skills.

  You are also encouraged to supplement your programme with the Extended Project.

  Find out about The Extended Project

   

• Life after Henley

  A key course for students planning to continue on to university to study a physical sciences degree or any branch of engineering; it is also a useful support subject in any science degree, including medicine. Please note a physics based degree course would require A Level Mathematics also. The Physics A Level course also provides a strong grounding for those wishing to pursue other analytical subjects at degree level.

  Last year students went on to various destinations including university places at Cardiff, Swansea, Warwick, Coventry, Exeter, Winchester, Sheffield, Leicester, Oxford Brookes, Surrey, Southampton Solent, Teeside, Kingston, Aston, Royal Holloway, Portsmouth, Bristol, Kent and Leeds Trinity.

  Alternatively, students may consider direct entry into employment.