Physics

Assessment

The assessment consists of three externally examined papers and the Science Practical Endorsement. Students must complete all assessments in May/June in any single year. • Paper 1 - 30% (Mechanics, DC circuits, Electromagnetism, Thermal Physics). • Paper 2 - 30% (Material Science, Quantum Theory, Nuclear Physics, Modelling the Universe). • Paper 3 - 40% (Synoptic assessment; all content covered in year 12 and year 13). Practical endorsement: Students will be assessed through a minimum of 16 identified practical activities within each qualification. The assessment outcomes will be reported separately on students’ certificates alongside the overall grade for the qualification. To achieve a pass, students must demonstrate that they are competent in all of the practical skills listed in the subject content requirements.