FURTHER MATHEMATICS A LEVEL
Level 3 | Duration: 2 years North Devon | FTB027
If you have a genuine love of, or a real aptitude for, mathematics, this Further Mathematics study programme will take you deeper into this hugely rewarding subject and allow you to really explore your abilities.
You will study A Level Maths in your first year and A Level Further Maths in your second year.
During the course you will study a compulsory unit on pure mathematics, which covers a range of topics including series, complex numbers and matrix algebra which are not encountered when studying A Level Mathematics. There will also be units covering statistics, hyperbolic trigonometric functions, simple harmonic motion, circular motion and oblique impacts.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must hold at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, and a grade 7-9 in Maths.
PROGRESSION A Level Further Mathematics is an excellent stepping stone towards any maths related degree course including physics or engineering.
PHYSICS A LEVEL
Level 3 | Duration: 2 years North Devon | FTB035
Physics has been gaining in popularity in recent years, and physicists are highly valued in a broad range of careers. This Physics A Level study programme is made up of theoretical units, building on and extending the physics knowledge gained from GCSE, and introducing new subject areas.
You will study the following topics:
• Basic laws of the universe
• Understanding motion, forces, work and energy
• The behaviour of materials •
Electricity
• Quantum mechanics • Newton's laws • •
Circular and simple harmonic motion
• Atoms and nucleus • The physics of medicine
You are required to take Mathematics A Level alongside Physics A Level.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must hold at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language at grade 5. You will need to achieve a grade 6 in Maths and grade 6 in Physics or in both Core Science and Additional Science.
PROGRESSION If you are considering going to university, Physics A Level can lead onto a range of degrees including engineering, biophysics, sustainable energy research, economics and veterinary science.
SPORT BTEC (A LEVEL EQUIVALENT)
Level 3 | Duration: 2 years North Devon | FTB197
This course is designed for students who wish to study a Sport and Physical Education topic alongside other A Level subjects.
You will cover four key topics:
• Anatomy and physiology in Sport: The structure and function of the five different body systems that allow us to perform as athletes.
• Practical sports performance: Perform, analyse and review sporting performance.
• Fitness training and programming for health, sport and wellbeing: Develop an individual's health, fitness and well-being.
Electric and magnetic fields
• Professional development in the sports industry: Investigate the sports industry, employment opportunities and career pathways on offer.
This course is the equivalent to (and generates the same UCAS points as) one full A Level.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You must hold at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including GCSE Maths and English Language. We also recommend you have a grade 4/5 or above in a related science subject. Regular participation in sport is also required.
PROGRESSION Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to study a sport-related degree- level course such as sports coaching, sport science, sport marketing, sports massage or a teacher qualification. You may wish to undertake our Foundation Degree in Sport; Coaching, Health and Fitness at Petroc.
44 For full course information visit
petroc.ac.uk and enter the relevant FTB/FTT code.
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