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Physics
Participants on our Physics courses will be given access to the same modules in Chemistry and Biology.
We understand the requirement for most science teachers to teach all three sciences at GCSE. For this reason, we offer free access to the resources in the corresponding sciences.
You are assessed in Physics with optional modules in Chemistry and Biology. Just for good measure we also add optional Maths modules!
You will enjoy access to all of this for two further years following completion of your course.
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Eligibility and enrolling on a course
Trainees:
To apply for one of our Physics SKE courses, you will need to have been offered a place on a Teacher Training Programme in Physics (or qualifying programme) with successful completion of an SKE a condition of that offer. Your degree must not be in Physics or have been obtained longer than 5 years ago.
It is important that you discuss with your provider which of our courses is most suited to your needs and have a clear idea of the duration of the SKE required. To apply for a DfE funded SKE course please go to: https://ske.vidlearn.ac.uk/partners/yhtt.html#physics
Teachers/others:
If you do not meet the eligibility criteria for a DfE funded SKE course and wish to self-fund please go to: https://yorkshireandhumberteachertraining.co.uk/ske#selffundedlinks
Physics - 8 week (200 hours)
​ACCELERATED GCSE SKE
Our Accelerated GCSE course is ideal for candidates needing to boost or refresh their subject knowledge to GCSE level.
The 8-week or 200-hour course is structured to take trainees through the DfE specifications up to GCSE. Trainees have access to many optional modules that they are free to use to supplement their learning.
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CORE GCSE MODULE TOPICS
Energy Stores and Power
Energy and Efficiency
Current, Resistance and Potential Difference
Parallel and Series Circuits
Resistors
Domestic Energy Supplies
Static Electricity and Electrical Fields
Particle Model of Matter
Pressure in Gases and Liquids
Atoms and the Atomic Model
Radioactivity
Uses of Radioactivity
Newton's Laws
Gravity and Work
Speed and Acceleration
Rotational Forces and Momentum
Stopping Distances
Transverse and Longitudinal Waves
The Electromagnetic Spectrum
Reflection and Refraction of Waves
Magnets
Motors, Generators and Transformers
Astronomy and Space
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OPTIONAL MODULES
KS3 Science
GCSE Biology
GCSE Chemistry
GCSE Mathematics
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Physics - 12 week (300 hours)
ENHANCED GCSE SKE
The Enhanced GCSE course is designed for candidates needing additional support to boost or refresh their subject knowledge to GCSE.
This 12-week or 300-hour course allows trainees to use our GCSE Virtual Lessons resources that are incorporated into the KS3 module. These lessons support trainees’ studies on the GCSE module.
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CORE KS3 MODULE TOPICS
KS2 Science
Starting KS3 Science
Moving from KS3 to KS4 Science
A selection of Virtual Lessons in Science
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CORE GCSE MODULE TOPICS
Energy Stores and Power
Energy and Efficiency
Current, Resistance and Potential Difference
Parallel and Series Circuits
Resistors
Domestic Energy Supplies
Static Electricity and Electrical Fields
Particle Model of Matter
Pressure in Gases and Liquids
Atoms and the Atomic Model
Radioactivity
Uses of Radioactivity
Newton's Laws
Gravity and Work
Speed and Acceleration
Rotational Forces and Momentum
Stopping Distances
Transverse and Longitudinal Waves
The Electromagnetic Spectrum
Reflection and Refraction of Waves
Magnets
Motors, Generators and Transformers
Astronomy and Space
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OPTIONAL MODULES
GCSE Biology
GCSE Chemistry
GCSE Mathematics
Physics - 16 week (400 hours)
ACCELERATED A LEVEL SKE
Our Accelerated A level course is for candidates needing to boost or refresh their subject knowledge to A level.
The 16-week or 400-hour course is structured to take trainees through the DfE A level specifications. Trainees have optional access to the GCSE modules and the new KS3 content.
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CORE A LEVEL MODULE TOPICS
Mechanics 1
Mechanics 2
Electricity
Waves
Materials Fields
Particle Physics
Thermal Physics
Space
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OPTIONAL MODULES
KS3 Science
GCSE Physics
GCSE and A Level Biology
GCSE and A Level Chemistry
GCSE and A Level Mathematics
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Physics- 20 week (500 hours)
ENHANCED A LEVEL SKE
The Enhanced A Level course is designed for candidates needing additional support to boost or refresh their subject knowledge to A Level.
This 20-week or 500-hour course allows trainees to use our KS3 module resources as a foundation before tackling the A Level content with the full GCSE module available as an option.
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CORE KS3 MODULE TOPICS
KS2 Science
Starting KS3 Science
Moving from KS3 to KS4 Science
A selection of Virtual Lessons in Science
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CORE A LEVEL MODULE TOPICS
Mechanics 1
Mechanics 2
Electricity
Waves
Materials Fields
Particle Physics
Thermal Physics
Space
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OPTIONAL MODULES
GCSE and A Level Biology
GCSE and A Level Chemistry
GCSE and A Level Mathematics
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Physics- 24 week (600 hours)
ACCELERATED GCSE AND A LEVEL SKE
Our Accelerated GCSE and A level course is for candidates needing to boost or refresh their subject knowledge through GCSE to A level.
The 24-week or 600-hour course is structured to take trainees through the DfE GCSE and A level specifications. Trainees have optional access to GCSE and A Level modules in Physics, Biology and Maths plus the new KS3 content.
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CORE GCSE MODULE TOPICS
Energy Stores and Power
Energy and Efficiency
Current, Resistance and Potential Difference
Parallel and Series Circuits
Resistors
Domestic Energy Supplies
Static Electricity and Electrical Fields
Particle Model of Matter
Pressure in Gases and Liquids
Atoms and the Atomic Model
Radioactivity
Uses of Radioactivity
Newton's Laws
Gravity and Work
Speed and Acceleration
Rotational Forces and Momentum
Stopping Distances
Transverse and Longitudinal Waves
The Electromagnetic Spectrum
Reflection and Refraction of Waves
Magnets
Motors, Generators and Transformers
Astronomy and Space
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CORE A LEVEL MODULE TOPICS
Mechanics 1
Mechanics 2
Electricity
Waves
Materials Fields
Particle Physics
Thermal Physics
Space
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OPTIONAL MODULES
KS3 Science
GCSE and A Level Biology
GCSE and A Level Chemistry
GCSE and A Level Mathematics​​
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Physics - 28 week (700 hours)
ENHANCED GCSE AND A LEVEL SKE
Our longest course is designed for those trainees who require subject knowledge development through GCSE and A level.
Here trainees use their 28 weeks or 700 hours to work through our GCSE and A level modules and are also assessed in the new KS3 module. Full access to corresponding optional modules in Physics, Biology and Maths are also included.
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CORE KS3 MODULE TOPICS
KS2 Science
Starting KS3 Science
Moving from KS3 to KS4 Science
A selection of Virtual Lessons in Science
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CORE GCSE MODULE TOPICS
Energy Stores and Power
Energy and Efficiency
Current, Resistance and Potential Difference
Parallel and Series Circuits
Resistors
Domestic Energy Supplies
Static Electricity and Electrical Fields
Particle Model of Matter
Pressure in Gases and Liquids
Atoms and the Atomic Model
Radioactivity
Uses of Radioactivity
Newton's Laws
Gravity and Work
Speed and Acceleration
Rotational Forces and Momentum
Stopping Distances
Transverse and Longitudinal Waves
The Electromagnetic Spectrum
Reflection and Refraction of Waves
Magnets
Motors, Generators and Transformers
Astronomy and Space
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CORE A LEVEL MODULE TOPICS
Mechanics 1
Mechanics 2
Electricity
Waves
Materials Fields
Particle Physics
Thermal Physics
Space
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OPTIONAL MODULES
GCSE and A Level Biology
GCSE and A Level Chemistry
GCSE and A Level Mathematics