Physics is the most fundamental of the sciences and there is scarcely a single area of modern life that is not affected by it. Learning Physics beyond GCSE is both challenging and exciting and will certainly broaden your horizons. The AQA A Level Physics course is comprised of eight key physics topics alongside one chosen optional topic. CORE CONTENT 1. Measurements and their errors 2. Particles and radiation 3. Waves 4. Mechanics and materials 5. Electricity 6. Further mechanics and thermal physics 7. Fields and their consequences 8. Nuclear physics 9. Astrophysics OPTIONAL TOPICS 10 . Medical physics 11. Engineering Physics 12 . Turning points in physics 13. Electronics Topics such as Mechanics, Waves, and Electricity go on to develop ideas already seen at GCSE. Other new topics such as Particle Physics deal with more recent developments in Physics, are essential for understanding the very nature of matter itself. Whether you want to go straight into employment or continue your studies at university, an A Level in Physics will help you stand out from the crowd. The analytical and problem-solving skills developed in a Physics course are highly valued by prospective employers and Physicists are always in demand in many diverse and stimulating areas of employment.
The minimum requirement is three 6 grades and three others at a 5 grade. At least a grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics. To study Physics at A Level, students should have an enthusiasm for the subject and have already achieved: grade 7 in GCSE Physics (Triple Science route) or grade 7-7 in GCSE Combined Science (Double Science route). It is not an essential requirement to study A-level mathematics (although highly recommended) but it is preferred to achieve at least a grade 7 in Mathematics at GCSE. A grade 6 (Triple) or 6-6 (Combined) may be accepted on an individual basis, with students required to enroll on the STEM Access course to aid their learning.
Theoretical work and problem-solving exercises are supported by practical work. Students will perform several standard experiments to improve their planning and practical ability. Skills in data analysis will also be developed to make sense of experimental results. Assessment will be made by way of three externally marked examinations, one of which will include aspects of practical work and data analysis.
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Physics is the most fundamental of the sciences and there is scarcely a single area of modern life that is not affected by it. Learning Physics beyond GCSE is both challenging and exciting and will certainly broaden your horizons. The AQA A Level Physics course is comprised of eight key physics topics alongside one chosen optional topic. CORE CONTENT 1. Measurements and their errors 2. Particles and radiation 3. Waves 4. Mechanics and materials 5. Electricity 6. Further mechanics and thermal physics 7. Fields and their consequences 8. Nuclear physics 9. Astrophysics OPTIONAL TOPICS 10 . Medical physics 11. Engineering Physics 12 . Turning points in physics 13. Electronics Topics such as Mechanics, Waves, and Electricity go on to develop ideas already seen at GCSE. Other new topics such as Particle Physics deal with more recent developments in Physics, are essential for understanding the very nature of matter itself. Whether you want to go straight into employment or continue your studies at university, an A Level in Physics will help you stand out from the crowd. The analytical and problem-solving skills developed in a Physics course are highly valued by prospective employers and Physicists are always in demand in many diverse and stimulating areas of employment.
The minimum requirement is three 6 grades and three others at a 5 grade. At least a grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics. To study Physics at A Level, students should have an enthusiasm for the subject and have already achieved: grade 7 in GCSE Physics (Triple Science route) or grade 7-7 in GCSE Combined Science (Double Science route). It is not an essential requirement to study A-level mathematics (although highly recommended) but it is preferred to achieve at least a grade 7 in Mathematics at GCSE. A grade 6 (Triple) or 6-6 (Combined) may be accepted on an individual basis, with students required to enroll on the STEM Access course to aid their learning.
Theoretical work and problem-solving exercises are supported by practical work. Students will perform several standard experiments to improve their planning and practical ability. Skills in data analysis will also be developed to make sense of experimental results. Assessment will be made by way of three externally marked examinations, one of which will include aspects of practical work and data analysis.