A Level Physics
Heathcote School & Science College
Course summary
Physics helps us to understand the world around us, the world inside us and the world beyond us. What will you learn? Throughout the course you will develop an in depth knowledge and understanding of the principles of physics, gain hands-on practical and data analysis skills and will appreciate how science works and its relevance beyond the laboratory. Topics that you study include: • Measurements and their errors • Particles and radiation • Waves • Mechanics and materials • Electricity • Further mechanics and thermal physics • Fields and their consequences • Nuclear physics In the second year of the A Level, the optional topic offered is: • Astrophysics
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 5 gcse qualifications at grade 5.0 or above | — |
English Literature | Grade 4 in English Literature | — |
English Language Alternative route | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
Mathematics | Grade 6 in Mathematics | — |
Physics | Grade 6 in Physics | — |
Combined Science Alternative route | Grade 6-6 in Combined Science | — |
As published by the school
Must also select A Level Maths
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