Physics

Assessment

The A Level course is fully linear so assessment of a pupil’s knowledge and understanding of the whole course takes place at the end of two years of study. There are 3 written papers each 2 hours in length. The papers are broadly broken down as follows: 1. Year 12 material 2. Year 13 core material 3. Practical Physics and optional topic As well as a grade awarded at the completion of the examinations, pupils are also awarded a Practical Endorsement. There are 12 required practicals which must be completed, although pupils will complete many more. The Endorsement is internally assessed continually throughout the practical elements of the course. The Endorsement confirms that a pupil has reached a level of practical ability suitable for scientific study at the university level.