The Year 12 Physics A-level course builds on the knowledge and skills gained from GCSE and extends it in preparation for further studies at university. In Year 12 we look at the laws of the universe that govern the really small to the really big. We study the fundamental particles that make up all the matter and how they interact and we also explore the strange world of quantum physics. We will further study the topics of electricity, mechanics and waves that were looked at in GCSE. The Year 13 modules cover key areas of physics including electric, magnetic and gravitational fields, nuclear physics and thermodynamics. The optional topic covered is Astrophysics utilising the school’s extensive Astronomy equipment.
GCSE English Language at 4 or above with 4 other GCSEs or equivalent at 4 or above.
Year 12 AS topics: 01. Measurements and their errors 02. Particles and radiation 03. Waves 04. Mechanics and Energy 05. Electricity Year 13 A-Level topics: 06. Further mechanics and thermal physics 07. Fields 08. Nuclear physics 09. Optional Topic: Astrophysics In Y13 there are three, 2 hour exams in June. Paper 1 will cover topics 1-5, paper 2 will cover topics 6-8 and paper 3 will cover the practical skills and data analysis surrounding all topics across the two years. Throughout the A-Level, students will also complete 12 required practical investigations that will see them achieve a practical competency certificate, a qualification required by most science related degrees.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Gateshead |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Old Durham Road, Beacon Lough, Gateshead, NE9 6RZ |
The Year 12 Physics A-level course builds on the knowledge and skills gained from GCSE and extends it in preparation for further studies at university. In Year 12 we look at the laws of the universe that govern the really small to the really big. We study the fundamental particles that make up all the matter and how they interact and we also explore the strange world of quantum physics. We will further study the topics of electricity, mechanics and waves that were looked at in GCSE. The Year 13 modules cover key areas of physics including electric, magnetic and gravitational fields, nuclear physics and thermodynamics. The optional topic covered is Astrophysics utilising the school’s extensive Astronomy equipment.
GCSE English Language at 4 or above with 4 other GCSEs or equivalent at 4 or above.
Year 12 AS topics: 01. Measurements and their errors 02. Particles and radiation 03. Waves 04. Mechanics and Energy 05. Electricity Year 13 A-Level topics: 06. Further mechanics and thermal physics 07. Fields 08. Nuclear physics 09. Optional Topic: Astrophysics In Y13 there are three, 2 hour exams in June. Paper 1 will cover topics 1-5, paper 2 will cover topics 6-8 and paper 3 will cover the practical skills and data analysis surrounding all topics across the two years. Throughout the A-Level, students will also complete 12 required practical investigations that will see them achieve a practical competency certificate, a qualification required by most science related degrees.