Physics

Course summary

The aims and objectives of the Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in Physics are to enable students to develop: ● Essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other. ● A deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods ●Competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem solving skills. ● Their interest in and enthusiasm for the subject, including developing an interest in further study and careers associated with the subject. ● An understanding of how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society. Advanced Physics I - Paper 1 This paper will examine the following topics: Working as a Physicist, Mechanics, Electric Circuits, Further Mechanics, Electric and Magnetic Fields, Nuclear and Particle Physics. Advanced Physics II - Paper 2 Working as a Physicist, Materials, Waves and Particle Nature of Light, Thermodynamics, Space, Nuclear Radiation, Gravitational Fields, Oscillations. General and Practical Principles in Physics - Paper 3 Questions in this paper may draw on any of the topics in this specification. The paper will include synoptic questions that may draw on two or more different topics. The paper will include questions that assess conceptual and theoretical understanding of experimental methods (indirect practical skills) that will draw on students’ experiences of the core practicals.