Physics
A Level – AQA Physics
This course covers a range of fundamental science topics, starting with a dive into the worlds of fundamental particles and particle accelerators.
You will learn the science of experiment and measurement from the outset which you are assessed in exams and during core practical work. Following this, you will build on skills learnt at GCSE and explore the topic of “Electricity”.
What will I study?
Our course is divided into 3 areas of study. In Year 1 you will study:
• Measurements & their errors
• Particles & Radiation
• Waves
• Mechanics & Materials
• Electricity
and in Year 2 you will study:
• Further Mechanics & thermal Physics
• Fields & their consequences
• Nuclear Physics
You will also have the option to study one of these in Year 2:
• Astrophysics
• Medical Physics
• Engineering Physics
• Turning Points in Physics
• Electronics
ASSESSMENT:
Paper 1: Written Exam (34% of Grade)
• 60 mark short & long answer questions
• 25 marks multiple choice questions
Paper 2: Written Exam (34% of Grade)
• 60 mark short & long answer questions
• 25 marks multiple choice questions
Paper 3: Written Exam (34% of Grade)
• 45 mark short & long answer questions: Topic: “Practical skills & data analysis”
• 35 mark short & long answer questions: Topic: Optional
We want you to take away with you a good grade, as the vast majority of our students do, but that’s not all!
We want you to gain knowledge that will make your life more rewarding and fulfilling and skills that will help you cope and succeed in the 21st Century. Qualities like determination, confidence, organization and self-reliance that will make you a more successful person. Experiences that you will remember for the rest of your life – Welcome to Psychology!
This Course can be taken as part of several of our pre-designed Career Pathways.
Go to Page 33 of the Course Guide for more details.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
• Radiographer
• Engineering
• Meteorology
• Research Scientist
• Nuclear Science
• Transport
• Aerospace
• Astronomer
• Sound Engineer
• And more!
Physics
A Level – AQA Physics
This course covers a range of fundamental science topics, starting with a dive into the worlds of fundamental particles and particle accelerators.
You will learn the science of experiment and measurement from the outset which you are assessed in exams and during core practical work. Following this, you will build on skills learnt at GCSE and explore the topic of “Electricity”.
What will I study?
Our course is divided into 3 areas of study. In Year 1 you will study:
• Measurements & their errors
• Particles & Radiation
• Waves
• Mechanics & Materials
• Electricity
and in Year 2 you will study:
• Further Mechanics & thermal Physics
• Fields & their consequences
• Nuclear Physics
You will also have the option to study one of these in Year 2:
• Astrophysics
• Medical Physics
• Engineering Physics
• Turning Points in Physics
• Electronics
ASSESSMENT:
Paper 1: Written Exam (34% of Grade)
• 60 mark short & long answer questions
• 25 marks multiple choice questions
Paper 2: Written Exam (34% of Grade)
• 60 mark short & long answer questions
• 25 marks multiple choice questions
Paper 3: Written Exam (34% of Grade)
• 45 mark short & long answer questions: Topic: “Practical skills & data analysis”
• 35 mark short & long answer questions: Topic: Optional
We want you to take away with you a good grade, as the vast majority of our students do, but that’s not all!
We want you to gain knowledge that will make your life more rewarding and fulfilling and skills that will help you cope and succeed in the 21st Century. Qualities like determination, confidence, organization and self-reliance that will make you a more successful person. Experiences that you will remember for the rest of your life – Welcome to Psychology!
This Course can be taken as part of several of our pre-designed Career Pathways.
Go to Page 33 of the Course Guide for more details.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
• Radiographer
• Engineering
• Meteorology
• Research Scientist
• Nuclear Science
• Transport
• Aerospace
• Astronomer
• Sound Engineer
• And more!
