Physics A level covers traditional concepts and their modern applications, with experimentation playing a significant role in the explanation. Module 1: Development of Practical Skills in Physics The study of experimental techniques and best practice. Choice of apparatus and the treatment of errors. Skills required for successful evaluation and analysis of data. Module 2: Foundation of Physics Physical quantities and units. Scalars and Vectors. Measurements. Module 3: Forces and Motion Motion equations. Forces in action. Work, energy and power. Materials and their behaviour. Newton’s Laws and Momentum. Module 4: Electrons, Waves and Photons Charge and current flow. Energy, power and resistance. Electrical circuits. Waves. Quantum Physics. Module 5: Newtonian World and Astrophysics Heat transfer and thermal physics. Circular motion. Oscillations. Gravitational fields. Astrophysics. Module 6: Particles and Medical Physics Capacitors. Electric fields. Electromagnetism. Nuclear physics and fundamental particles. Medical imaging techniques.
To join the Sixth Form we usually require five GCSE passes at Level 4 or above, including Mathematics and English Language. You are required to achieve a minimum grade 7 at GCSE to undertake this course. However, a grade 8 is recommended.
This course is examined by three papers. The first two each account for 37% of the total marks and examine the content in specific modules using a combination of multiple choice, short and long answer questions. The third paper accounts for 26% of the total marks with questions that are synoptic, which can draw on knowledge from any of the topics. There is also a practical endorsement of skills that is carried out during lessons throughout the course. This uses practicals which are suggested by the exam board, and provided they are completed to the required standard, they will be acknowledged on the A-level certificate. Assessment of practical skills gained will be within the written exams only.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Wakefield |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Silcoates Lane, Wrenthorpe, West Yorkshire, WF2 0PD |
Physics A level covers traditional concepts and their modern applications, with experimentation playing a significant role in the explanation. Module 1: Development of Practical Skills in Physics The study of experimental techniques and best practice. Choice of apparatus and the treatment of errors. Skills required for successful evaluation and analysis of data. Module 2: Foundation of Physics Physical quantities and units. Scalars and Vectors. Measurements. Module 3: Forces and Motion Motion equations. Forces in action. Work, energy and power. Materials and their behaviour. Newton’s Laws and Momentum. Module 4: Electrons, Waves and Photons Charge and current flow. Energy, power and resistance. Electrical circuits. Waves. Quantum Physics. Module 5: Newtonian World and Astrophysics Heat transfer and thermal physics. Circular motion. Oscillations. Gravitational fields. Astrophysics. Module 6: Particles and Medical Physics Capacitors. Electric fields. Electromagnetism. Nuclear physics and fundamental particles. Medical imaging techniques.
To join the Sixth Form we usually require five GCSE passes at Level 4 or above, including Mathematics and English Language. You are required to achieve a minimum grade 7 at GCSE to undertake this course. However, a grade 8 is recommended.
This course is examined by three papers. The first two each account for 37% of the total marks and examine the content in specific modules using a combination of multiple choice, short and long answer questions. The third paper accounts for 26% of the total marks with questions that are synoptic, which can draw on knowledge from any of the topics. There is also a practical endorsement of skills that is carried out during lessons throughout the course. This uses practicals which are suggested by the exam board, and provided they are completed to the required standard, they will be acknowledged on the A-level certificate. Assessment of practical skills gained will be within the written exams only.