Physics

Assessment

Three written exam papers are taken as follows: Paper 1 is a 2-hour paper (85 marks, 34% of the A Level). It covers sections 1 to 5 (taught in year 12 and section 6.1 (periodic motion) from year 13. There are 60 marks of short and long answer questions and 25 multiple choice questions on content. Paper 2 is a 2-hour paper (85 marks, 34% of the A Level). It covers sections from year 13. (6.2, 7 and 8). There are 60 marks of short and long answer questions and 25 multiple choice questions on content. Paper 3 is a 2-hour paper (80 marks 32% of A Level) and is in two parts. Part A covers practical skills and data analysis building on the required practicals completed during the course (45 marks). Part B covers an option selected by the teaching staff (35 marks). All are short or long answer questions. In addition to the A Level awarded, there will be an endorsement of practical competency (Pass or Fail) based on scientific skills developed through the completion of all practicals undertaken during the course