Physics is a highly regarded and respected subject at A Level. It stimulates and challenges while developing skills in logical thought and mathematical rigour. The subject is valued by universities who rate it as a core facilitating subject, and it is either required or very helpful for many university degrees. The course is designed to form strong scientific investigative skills while introducing pupils to the wonderful world of Advanced Physics. Practical work is a key part of the course but there are no controlled assessments. Studying A Level Mathematics is not a requirement, but candidates are advised to study Mathematics in order to access the many Physics and Engineering courses at university. Most people these days have many careers during their working life. Having Physics will allow you a clear entry to many existing professions, as well as many industries of the future which will be driven by advanced technology and robotics. With Physics you could be designing the technology of the future rather than being replaced by it, and you can expect to be in high demand in future years. The A Level qualification is made up of the 3 papers below, which test the whole of the syllabus taught in the Lower and Upper Sixth. PAPER 1 - 2 hour paper - Weighting 34% Particle Physics introduces pupils to the fundamental properties and nature of Matter, Radiation and Quantum Phenomena. In contrast, the study of Electricity builds on and develops previous GCSE studies and provides opportunities for practical. Mechanics starts with Vectors and then develops knowledge and understanding of Forces and Energy from GCSE. Materials are considered, including Tensile Strength and Density. Waves are studied in depth including Refraction, Diffraction, Superposition and Interference. Further Mechanics considers Momentum and introduces Circular and Oscillatory Motion. PAPER 2 - 2 hour paper - Weighting 34% The first part looks at Thermal Physics of Materials, and the Properties and Nature of Gases are then studied in depth. Gravitational, Electric and Magnetic Fields are covered, together with Electromagnetic Induction, the Transmission of Electricity and the Use of Capacitors. The final section looks at the Characteristics of the Nucleus, the Properties of Unstable Nuclei and how energy is obtained from the nucleus with Fission and Fusion. PAPER 3 - 2 hour paper - Weighting 32% Practical skills, data analysis and an option. The practical questions in the paper replace the old controlled assessment. The options include Astrophysics, Medical Physics and Turning Points in Physics. The department’s preferred option is Turning Points in Physics.
*Also offered as an AS Level, spaces permitting Subject Requirements - 7 or higher in Physics or Combined Science GCSE
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Southfield Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9UJ |
Physics is a highly regarded and respected subject at A Level. It stimulates and challenges while developing skills in logical thought and mathematical rigour. The subject is valued by universities who rate it as a core facilitating subject, and it is either required or very helpful for many university degrees. The course is designed to form strong scientific investigative skills while introducing pupils to the wonderful world of Advanced Physics. Practical work is a key part of the course but there are no controlled assessments. Studying A Level Mathematics is not a requirement, but candidates are advised to study Mathematics in order to access the many Physics and Engineering courses at university. Most people these days have many careers during their working life. Having Physics will allow you a clear entry to many existing professions, as well as many industries of the future which will be driven by advanced technology and robotics. With Physics you could be designing the technology of the future rather than being replaced by it, and you can expect to be in high demand in future years. The A Level qualification is made up of the 3 papers below, which test the whole of the syllabus taught in the Lower and Upper Sixth. PAPER 1 - 2 hour paper - Weighting 34% Particle Physics introduces pupils to the fundamental properties and nature of Matter, Radiation and Quantum Phenomena. In contrast, the study of Electricity builds on and develops previous GCSE studies and provides opportunities for practical. Mechanics starts with Vectors and then develops knowledge and understanding of Forces and Energy from GCSE. Materials are considered, including Tensile Strength and Density. Waves are studied in depth including Refraction, Diffraction, Superposition and Interference. Further Mechanics considers Momentum and introduces Circular and Oscillatory Motion. PAPER 2 - 2 hour paper - Weighting 34% The first part looks at Thermal Physics of Materials, and the Properties and Nature of Gases are then studied in depth. Gravitational, Electric and Magnetic Fields are covered, together with Electromagnetic Induction, the Transmission of Electricity and the Use of Capacitors. The final section looks at the Characteristics of the Nucleus, the Properties of Unstable Nuclei and how energy is obtained from the nucleus with Fission and Fusion. PAPER 3 - 2 hour paper - Weighting 32% Practical skills, data analysis and an option. The practical questions in the paper replace the old controlled assessment. The options include Astrophysics, Medical Physics and Turning Points in Physics. The department’s preferred option is Turning Points in Physics.
*Also offered as an AS Level, spaces permitting Subject Requirements - 7 or higher in Physics or Combined Science GCSE
