A Level Physics
Course summary
Why should I study it? Students grow an appreciation of how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society. Students develop and demonstrate a deeper appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of How Science Works. They also build essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of physics and how they relate to each other. Career possibilities Physics develops many skills valued by employers such as analytical thinking, problem solving, the ability to convey complex ideas and use technical language, confidence with calculations and numeracy, and the expertise to construct logical arguments. Physics prepares students for careers in: academic institutions, government research organisations and industries such as aerospace and defence, education, energy, engineering, instrumentation, manufacturing, oil and gas, science, communication, space exploration and telecommunications
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 5 gcse qualifications at grade 5.0 or above | — |
Physics | Grade 6 in Physics (if taken) | — |
Mathematics | Grade 6 in Mathematics | — |
Combined Science | Grade 7-6 in Combined Science (if taken) | — |
Mathematics | Grade 6 in Mathematics | — |
As published by the school
Grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics and a Grade 6 in GCSE Physics or Grade 7-6 in Combined Science
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Assessment
Paper 1 •Working as a Physicist •Mechanics •Electric circuits •Further mechanics •Electric and magnetic fields •Nuclear and particle physics 1 hour 45 mins 30% of A Level Paper 2 •Working as a Physicist •Materials •Waves and the particle nature of light •Thermodynamics •Space •Nuclear radiation •Gravitational fields •Oscillations 1 hour45 mins 30% of A Level Paper 3 •All topics from A level specification •Half of paper will test knowledge of practical skills and techniques 2 hours 30 mins 40% of A Level Assessment of practical skills and the practical endorsement in physics Development of practical skills in physics will be assessed through written examinations and through practical endorsement (where learners are required to carry out and maintain a log of specified practical activities)
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