Physics
Graveney School - Wandsworth
02086827000
Welham Road, Tooting, London, SW17 9BU
Course summary

AS Measurements and their errors Particles and Radiation Waves Mechanics and Energy Electricity A Level Further Mechanics and Thermal Physics Fields Nuclear Physics Option Topic Other skills developed By studying Physics you will learn to think in an analytical way, learn how to structure logical arguments, develop your powers of expression, both orally and on paper, develop your manipulative skills, experience dealing with unfamiliar instrumentation and develop your mathematical and IT skills. Career value People with Physics qualifications are found in a wide variety of occupations. Physics is used in engineering (aeronautical, civil, electronic, electrical, mechanical), medical areas such as optics and medical physics, meteorology, geo-physics, computing, aerospace, power and transport industries, the development of new materials, alternative energy, noise control and many more. The career value of physics is exceptional, and is highly regarded by most, if not all, institutions. A student’s view “Physics is an exciting, fast-moving subject. It involves learning about the physics of the tiniest particles to the physics of the universe itself. At Graveney, physics is taught in a stimulating way using experimental evidence and mathematical methods. The department has a friendly atmosphere and, above all, excellent specialist Physics teachers."

Entry requirements

How you'll be assessed

AS Paper 1 (50%) All topics examined. 70 marks: Questions divided into topics on each section. Paper 2 (50%) All topics plus data analysis and practical skills. 20 marks: Questions on practical skills and data analysis 20 marks: Questions from across all topics. 30 marks: Multiple choice questions. A Level Paper 1 (34%) 60 marks: AS content; Mixture of short and long questions. 25 marks: Multiple choice. Paper 2 (34%) 60 marks: A level content; mixture of short and long questions. 25 marks: Multiple choice. Paper 3 (32%) 45 marks: Questions on practical experiments and data analysis. 35 marks: Questions on optional topic.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityWandsworth
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressWelham Road, Tooting, London, SW17 9BU