A Level of Physics builds upon the knowledge and understanding developed at the GCSE level and is designed to foster a systematic approach to problem-solving as well as answering some of the most important fundamental questions about the universe around us. Physics is a very broad subject involving experiment and observation as well as theory and mathematics – students are encouraged to question their learning and discuss with their peers. Studying Physics helps develop key transferable skills: the ability to reason clearly, communicate complex ideas and practical approaches to problem-solving. Students taking Physics A Level have a solid foundation for further study in a number of areas including Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Medicine and allied professions, Mathematics, Geology and Finance to name a few.
Grade 6 or higher in Physics or 6-6 in Double Science and Grade 6 or higher in Maths
Year 1: Module 1 – Development of practical skills in physics Module 2 – Foundations of Physics Module 3 – Forces and motion Module 4 – Electrons, waves and photons Year2: Module 5 – Newtonian world and astrophysics Module 6 – Particles and Medical Physics Component 01 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 5. Component 02 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 4 and 6. Component 03 assesses content from all modules (1 to 6). Modeling physics (01) 100 marks 2 hours 15 minutes written paper 37% of total A level Exploring physics (02) 100 marks 2 hours 15 minutes written paper 37% of total A level Unified physics (03) 70 marks 1 hour 30 minutes written paper 26% of total A level Practical endorsement in physics (04) (non-exam assessment) Reported separately
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| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Solihull |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Gipsy Lane, Balsall Common, Coventry, CV7 7FW |
A Level of Physics builds upon the knowledge and understanding developed at the GCSE level and is designed to foster a systematic approach to problem-solving as well as answering some of the most important fundamental questions about the universe around us. Physics is a very broad subject involving experiment and observation as well as theory and mathematics – students are encouraged to question their learning and discuss with their peers. Studying Physics helps develop key transferable skills: the ability to reason clearly, communicate complex ideas and practical approaches to problem-solving. Students taking Physics A Level have a solid foundation for further study in a number of areas including Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Medicine and allied professions, Mathematics, Geology and Finance to name a few.
Grade 6 or higher in Physics or 6-6 in Double Science and Grade 6 or higher in Maths
Year 1: Module 1 – Development of practical skills in physics Module 2 – Foundations of Physics Module 3 – Forces and motion Module 4 – Electrons, waves and photons Year2: Module 5 – Newtonian world and astrophysics Module 6 – Particles and Medical Physics Component 01 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 5. Component 02 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 4 and 6. Component 03 assesses content from all modules (1 to 6). Modeling physics (01) 100 marks 2 hours 15 minutes written paper 37% of total A level Exploring physics (02) 100 marks 2 hours 15 minutes written paper 37% of total A level Unified physics (03) 70 marks 1 hour 30 minutes written paper 26% of total A level Practical endorsement in physics (04) (non-exam assessment) Reported separately