Physics

Course summary

The new linear A Level Physics course from 2015 is the AQA 7408 specification which is similar in content to the old AS/A2 course but with much greater flexibility to teach the material both in terms of order and time. The examination of the practical work now based on 12 core practical experiments that will be indirectly assessed in the terminal written papers rather than through formally assessed experimental tasks thus giving greater opportunity to include more practical work throughout the course. The mathematical content of the course has also been increased to include about 40% of the assessment. Much of the syllabus content extends ideas introduced at IGCSE but allowing development and refinement to produce models and thinking that will be a springboard to many university courses. The emphasis is on establishing a clear understanding of the concepts and developing sophisticated problem solving skills.