The A Level is assessed using three exams taken in the Summer of Year 13. The first two papers will cover a differing selection of topics across the two years of study, while the third paper will be synoptic, including all topics, and focus more on understanding experimental methods and analytical techniques. The topics covered include: • Mechanics • Materials • Electricity • Waves and quantum phenomena • Thermodynamics • Circular motion • Oscillations • Gravitational fields • Astrophysics and cosmology • Capacitors • Electric and magnetic fields • Nuclear and particle physics Pupils will also work towards the practical endorsements in lessons completing a series of practical activities over the two years. This will lead to a Pass or Fail of the endorsement. This element is completely separate from the A Level and no marks from this contribute towards the final A Level grade.
5+ Grade 5s at GCSE or equivalent, Grade 4 in English and Grade 4 in Maths. In addition, all students must have Grade 6+ in Maths owing to the considerable mathematical content of the new A Levels. It is strongly recommended also that students have attained Grade 7 or better in GCSE Science subjects. The minimum entry requirements depend upon which Science GCSEs you have taken. • For Combined Science students is a Grade 7-6 or above. • Separate Science students are Grade 6 in Physics plus Grade 6 in one other science. For students to be successful in the course, they will need to be able to work independently and have a high level of mathematical ability. It is highly recommended that students also take A Level Mathematics as the progression from A Level Physics into Higher Education Physics courses will require it. The minimum entry requirements for academic Level 3 study apply.
Performance in the exam components may be considered given the 100% examined nature of the A Level.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Westgate, Sleaford, NG34 7PP |
The A Level is assessed using three exams taken in the Summer of Year 13. The first two papers will cover a differing selection of topics across the two years of study, while the third paper will be synoptic, including all topics, and focus more on understanding experimental methods and analytical techniques. The topics covered include: • Mechanics • Materials • Electricity • Waves and quantum phenomena • Thermodynamics • Circular motion • Oscillations • Gravitational fields • Astrophysics and cosmology • Capacitors • Electric and magnetic fields • Nuclear and particle physics Pupils will also work towards the practical endorsements in lessons completing a series of practical activities over the two years. This will lead to a Pass or Fail of the endorsement. This element is completely separate from the A Level and no marks from this contribute towards the final A Level grade.
5+ Grade 5s at GCSE or equivalent, Grade 4 in English and Grade 4 in Maths. In addition, all students must have Grade 6+ in Maths owing to the considerable mathematical content of the new A Levels. It is strongly recommended also that students have attained Grade 7 or better in GCSE Science subjects. The minimum entry requirements depend upon which Science GCSEs you have taken. • For Combined Science students is a Grade 7-6 or above. • Separate Science students are Grade 6 in Physics plus Grade 6 in one other science. For students to be successful in the course, they will need to be able to work independently and have a high level of mathematical ability. It is highly recommended that students also take A Level Mathematics as the progression from A Level Physics into Higher Education Physics courses will require it. The minimum entry requirements for academic Level 3 study apply.
Performance in the exam components may be considered given the 100% examined nature of the A Level.