Physics A Level

WHAT DO I NEED TO STUDY THIS COURSE?

To study A Level Physics you will need to have achieved GCSE English Language at grade 5 or better, GCSE Mathematics at grade 6 or better, at least three additional GCSEs at grades 4 or better, plus you will need to have achieved a grade 6 in Single Science Physics or a grade 66 in Combined Science

IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?

A Level Physics is challenging and interesting in an increasingly technological world. Put simply, Physics helps you to keep up.
A-level Physics is highly regarded with employers and universities as the skills learnt complement a wide range of subjects such as Maths, Chemistry and Engineering.

WHERE WILL THIS COURSE TAKE ME?

People with Physics qualifications are highly regarded in the workplace. As well as being highly numerate, analytical and logical, the chances are that you are also a creative thinker, excellent at problem solving and meticulous. These skills are essential in any modern work environment. Careers include Medicine, all types of Engineering, Veterinary Science, Computer Science, Education, Banking, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Dentistry, Aerodynamics, and many more!

WHAT WILL I LEARN

The AQA Physics specification.
This follows on closely from the topics studied at GCSE.

YEAR 1

Unit 1 Measurements and their Errors.
Unit 2 Particles and Radiation.
Unit 3 Waves.
Unit 4 Mechanics and Materials.
Unit 5 Electricity.

YEAR 2

Unit 6 Further Mechanics and Thermal Physics.
Unit 7 Fields and their Consequences.
Unit 8 Nuclear Physics.
Unit 9 Astrophysics.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

Three written exams, 2 hours each.
Paper 1 Topics 1 – 5 and periodic motion
Paper 2 Topics 6 – 8
Paper 3 Practical skills, Data analysis, Astrophysics

FURTHER INFORMATION:
See Mrs Cowley, Mrs Grady and Miss Bligh