A Level Physics
Entry Requirements
Students must have a grade 6 or above in Mathematics and have also achieved at least grade 6 or above in Physics and a grade 5 in a second science, or a grade 5-6 in Combined Science.
Students should be aware that Physics is an academically demanding subject and a willingness to work hard is essential.
A- level Physics Person Specification
- Have an interest in and enjoy Physics
- Want to find out about how things work in the physical world
- Enjoy applying their mind to solving problems
- Enjoy carrying out investigations by the application of imaginative and logical thinking.
- Have a strong mathematical ability and enjoy applying this to solve problems
How will I be assessed?
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?
| Year 1 |
Year 2 |
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Assessment
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 Year 1 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