Physics

Assessment

Assessment Objectives: AO1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, processes, techniques and procedures 31- 33% AO2 Apply knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, processes, techniques and procedures in a theoretical context / a practical context / when handling qualitative data/ when handling quantitative data 41-43% AO3 Analyse, interpret and evaluate scientific information, ideas and evidence, including in relation to issues to make judgements and reach conclusions, and to develop and refine practical design and procedures. Paper 1: Advanced Physics I 30% of the total qualification 1 hour 45 minutes 90 marks Paper 2: Advanced Physics II 30% of the total qualification 1 hour 45 minutes 90 marks Paper 3: General and Practical Principles in Physics 40% of the total qualification 2 hour 30 minutes 120 marks Note: Questions may involve two or more topics Science Practical Endorsement This element of the course is teacher assessed. It is undertaken via the in-class assessment of practical skills shown during the undertaking of some core practical activities. It does not contribute to the overall grade for the qualification, but the result of the practical endorsement will be recorded on the student’s certificate. The written papers will have questions that relate to these core practical's.