A Level Physics

Assessment

The A Level course lasts two years with three examinations at the end of the second year. Although there is no coursework, students’ performance during practical lessons will be assessed throughout the course. Paper 1 2 hour written examination largely on Year 12 work. Paper 2 2 hour written examination largely on Year 13 work. Paper 3 2 hour written examination on practical experiments and skills, data analysis and astrophysics.