Course information
Physics
Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School - Birmingham
01217064200
Victoria Road, Acocks Green, Birmingham, B27 7XY
Course summary

Physicists explore the fundamental nature of almost everything we know. They probe the furthest reaches of the earth to study the smallest pieces of matter. During A level Physics we question, why and how? Physicists have spent history trying to understand the world around them and answer these questions. As well as learning the fundamental laws of nature we take the same journey as many Physicists before us and discover the secrets of the universe.

Entry requirements

• Achieving 5 Grade 5s including GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics • Grade 7 in GCSE Physics and Grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1: 2 hour written exam, 85 marks, 34% of A level. 60 marks of short and long answer questions and 25 multiple choice questions on content. Paper 2: 2 hour written exam, 85 marks, 34% of A level. 60 marks of short and long answer questions and 25 multiple choice questions on content. Paper 3: 2 hour written exam, 32% of A level45 marks of short and long answer questions on practical experiments and data analysis. 35 marks of short and long answer questions on optional topic.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressVictoria Road, Acocks Green, Birmingham, B27 7XY