The Physics A Level course build upon the student’s knowledge and understanding gained during GCSE studies in Physics. Both years are divided into modules but are assessed at the end of the respective courses. In year 12 students study five compulsory units covering a range of physical principles and practical skills. There are an additional 4 compulsory units and an optional block in Year 13 that utilises our departmental specialism, Astrophysics.
5 GSCE Grade 4-9, including English Language, GCSE grade 6 in Physics or 6 and 6 in Combined Award Science and GCSE grade 6 in Mathematics
The A Level course is assessed in three 2 hour examinations. Paper one assesses Year 12 content (units 2-5) and unit 6; paper 2 comprises unit 7-9 (but assumes knowledge from 2-5); paper three covers practical and date analysis skills from unit 1 and the Astrophysics unit. The A Level course itself contains twelve required practical activities which are assessed in the exams and result in a separate "Practical Endorsement" as evidence of the skills students have required.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Granville Road, Sheffield, S2 2RJ |
The Physics A Level course build upon the student’s knowledge and understanding gained during GCSE studies in Physics. Both years are divided into modules but are assessed at the end of the respective courses. In year 12 students study five compulsory units covering a range of physical principles and practical skills. There are an additional 4 compulsory units and an optional block in Year 13 that utilises our departmental specialism, Astrophysics.
5 GSCE Grade 4-9, including English Language, GCSE grade 6 in Physics or 6 and 6 in Combined Award Science and GCSE grade 6 in Mathematics
The A Level course is assessed in three 2 hour examinations. Paper one assesses Year 12 content (units 2-5) and unit 6; paper 2 comprises unit 7-9 (but assumes knowledge from 2-5); paper three covers practical and date analysis skills from unit 1 and the Astrophysics unit. The A Level course itself contains twelve required practical activities which are assessed in the exams and result in a separate "Practical Endorsement" as evidence of the skills students have required.