A-Level Physics includes knowledge at all scales, from the diameter of an electron to the edge of the observable universe and aims to enable a student to develop the essential knowledge and understanding of each and how they relate to each other. A student will be encouraged to develop a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods and show competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills. A student will gain an understanding of how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society. The modules that a student will study are: - Working as a Physicist - Mechanics - Electric Circuits - Materials - Waves and Particle Nature of Light - Further Mechanics - Electric and Magnetic Fields - Nuclear and Particle Physics - Thermodynamics - Space - Nuclear Radiation - Gravitational Fields - Oscillations
For an A-Level pathway a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above (or Level 2 merit), including English and Mathematics is required. Minimum Subject Specific Entry Requirements: GCSE Science at Grade 6 or above. GCSE Maths at Grade 6 or above.
There are twelve practical tasks which form the practical endorsement. This is reported separately from the overall grade as a pass/fail. There are three examined modules: Paper 1 Advanced Physics I - 1 hour 45 minutes 30% Paper 2 Advanced Physics II - 1 hour 45 minutes 30% Paper 3 General and Practical Principles in Physics - 2 hours 30 minutes 40%
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Castle Way, Barton Seagrave, Kettering, NN15 6SW |
A-Level Physics includes knowledge at all scales, from the diameter of an electron to the edge of the observable universe and aims to enable a student to develop the essential knowledge and understanding of each and how they relate to each other. A student will be encouraged to develop a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods and show competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills. A student will gain an understanding of how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society. The modules that a student will study are: - Working as a Physicist - Mechanics - Electric Circuits - Materials - Waves and Particle Nature of Light - Further Mechanics - Electric and Magnetic Fields - Nuclear and Particle Physics - Thermodynamics - Space - Nuclear Radiation - Gravitational Fields - Oscillations
For an A-Level pathway a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above (or Level 2 merit), including English and Mathematics is required. Minimum Subject Specific Entry Requirements: GCSE Science at Grade 6 or above. GCSE Maths at Grade 6 or above.
There are twelve practical tasks which form the practical endorsement. This is reported separately from the overall grade as a pass/fail. There are three examined modules: Paper 1 Advanced Physics I - 1 hour 45 minutes 30% Paper 2 Advanced Physics II - 1 hour 45 minutes 30% Paper 3 General and Practical Principles in Physics - 2 hours 30 minutes 40%