AS & A Level Physics
Entry Requirements
B+ Grades in Physics plus another science (or in core and additional science) plus B+ grade in maths.
Students should be aware that Physics is an academically demanding subject and a willingness to work hard is essential.
How will I be assessed?
At AS level, there are two written papers, Paper 1 and 2, covering the AS course content as well as practical techniques. These exams will be taken at the end of Year 12.
At A level, there are three written papers, Paper 1, 2 and 3, that are taken at the end of the two year course in Year 13.
What will I study?
| AS Units |
A Level Units |
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Assessment
AS Level Physics
Two exams taken will be taken at the end of Year 12, Paper 1 & 2. Both will assess content from the AS units studied in Year 12.
Each Paper is 1.5 hours long, each 50% of the AS level. There will also be questions linked to relevant practical skills developed during the year.
A Level
Three exams will be taken, Paper 1, 2 and 3, at the end of the two year course.
| Exam |
Course Content Examined |
Details of Exam |
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Paper 1 |
Assesses content of the five AS level topics listed above, periodic motion and relevant practical skills |
1.5 hour exam (34% of final mark) |
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Paper 2 |
Assesses content from the extra units studied in the second year and relevant practical skills |
2 hour exam (34% of final mark) |
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Paper 3 |
Assesses any content of the eight topics listed so far, data analysis & any relevant practical skills. |
2 hour exam (32% of the final mark) |
What skills will I gain from this course?
- Mathematical skills
- Gathering and analysing data
- Evaluative skills
- Practical skills
- Team building skills
Specimen papers and course information
http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/as-and-a-level/physics-7407-7408