A-Level Physics provides students with the opportunity to explore the phenomena of the universe and to look at theories that explain what is observed. This subject combines practical skills with theoretical ideas to develop descriptions of the physical universe. AS – Year 1: 1. Measurements and their errors 2. Particles and radiation 3. Waves 4. Mechanics and energy 5. Electricity A-Level – Year 2: 1. Further mechanics and thermal physics 2. Fields Nuclear physics Plus, one option from the following: Astrophysics, Medical physics, Engineering physics, Turning points in physics or Electronics
Minimum grade 6-6 in GCSE Combined Science or a grade 6 in GCSE Physics. For all subjects a GCSE in the chosen area is an advantage and provides good foundational knowledge and skills. More importantly, you must enjoy the subject; you should be motivated to do well, want to work hard and have a keen interest in studying around the subject, independently. Our entry requirements provide insight into the required academic level to be successful at this course. However, please speak to us if you are interested in studying this subject and have concerns that you do not have a GCSE in this area or have concerns that you may not achieve the entry level required. Our team can be contacted on wrensix@wren.excalibur.org.uk.
The assessment for the A-level consists of three exams: Paper 1 – Topics 1-5 and 6.1, Paper 2 – Topics 6.2, 7, 8 and Paper 3 – Section A: Practical skills and data analysis and Section B :Optional topic. CPAC (Common Practical Assessment Criteria): During the course of the two years, you will participate in 12 required practical investigations. Each practical will focus on a different CPAC skill that you must master before the end of the course and achieve.
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| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
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| Address | 61-63 Bath Road, Reading, RG30 2BB |
A-Level Physics provides students with the opportunity to explore the phenomena of the universe and to look at theories that explain what is observed. This subject combines practical skills with theoretical ideas to develop descriptions of the physical universe. AS – Year 1: 1. Measurements and their errors 2. Particles and radiation 3. Waves 4. Mechanics and energy 5. Electricity A-Level – Year 2: 1. Further mechanics and thermal physics 2. Fields Nuclear physics Plus, one option from the following: Astrophysics, Medical physics, Engineering physics, Turning points in physics or Electronics
Minimum grade 6-6 in GCSE Combined Science or a grade 6 in GCSE Physics. For all subjects a GCSE in the chosen area is an advantage and provides good foundational knowledge and skills. More importantly, you must enjoy the subject; you should be motivated to do well, want to work hard and have a keen interest in studying around the subject, independently. Our entry requirements provide insight into the required academic level to be successful at this course. However, please speak to us if you are interested in studying this subject and have concerns that you do not have a GCSE in this area or have concerns that you may not achieve the entry level required. Our team can be contacted on wrensix@wren.excalibur.org.uk.
The assessment for the A-level consists of three exams: Paper 1 – Topics 1-5 and 6.1, Paper 2 – Topics 6.2, 7, 8 and Paper 3 – Section A: Practical skills and data analysis and Section B :Optional topic. CPAC (Common Practical Assessment Criteria): During the course of the two years, you will participate in 12 required practical investigations. Each practical will focus on a different CPAC skill that you must master before the end of the course and achieve.