In the course you will study measurements, data analysis, scalars and vectors, Newton’s theory of motion, the properties of materials, current electricity, waves, atomic structure and elementary quantum physics. All of this is studied in more depth than in the IGCSE course and the ideas are applied to a wider range of more realistic problems. The Physics A Level course involves two years of study, with examinations taken at the end of the second year. There is no externallyassessed coursework or controlled assessment. Laboratory skills are assessed by your teachers as part of the A Level qualification and this assessment results in a Pass/Fail mark. Practical skills do not contribute to the final grade.
A good grasp of IGCSE Physics is essential – ideally a level 8/9 in Physics. 40% of the marks in the written papers will come from mathematics of GCSE standard or higher. Level 7 or above in GCSE or IGCSE Mathematics is strongly recommended. For the full A Level course studying Mathematics is very strongly recommended indeed. The overlap between Physics and Mathematics will help a lot with both courses.
PAPER 1: Advanced Physics I 1hr45mins 30% Working as a Physicist, Mechanics, Electrical Circuits, Further Mechanics, Electric and Magnetic Fields, Nuclear and Particle Physics 90 marks PAPER 2: Advanced Physics II 1hr45mins 30% Working as a Physicist, Materials, Waves and Particle Nature of Light, Thermodynamics, Space, Nuclear Radiation, Gravitational Fields, Oscillations 90 marks PAPER 3: General and Practical Principles in Physics 2hr30mins 40% All topics, synoptic and experimental questions NON-EXAM ASSESSMENT: Practical Physics Pass/fail 16 core experiments to be done over the 2 years
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day Boarding £35,582; Boarding £47,400 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Cranbrook Road, Benenden, Cranbrook, TN17 4AA |
In the course you will study measurements, data analysis, scalars and vectors, Newton’s theory of motion, the properties of materials, current electricity, waves, atomic structure and elementary quantum physics. All of this is studied in more depth than in the IGCSE course and the ideas are applied to a wider range of more realistic problems. The Physics A Level course involves two years of study, with examinations taken at the end of the second year. There is no externallyassessed coursework or controlled assessment. Laboratory skills are assessed by your teachers as part of the A Level qualification and this assessment results in a Pass/Fail mark. Practical skills do not contribute to the final grade.
A good grasp of IGCSE Physics is essential – ideally a level 8/9 in Physics. 40% of the marks in the written papers will come from mathematics of GCSE standard or higher. Level 7 or above in GCSE or IGCSE Mathematics is strongly recommended. For the full A Level course studying Mathematics is very strongly recommended indeed. The overlap between Physics and Mathematics will help a lot with both courses.
PAPER 1: Advanced Physics I 1hr45mins 30% Working as a Physicist, Mechanics, Electrical Circuits, Further Mechanics, Electric and Magnetic Fields, Nuclear and Particle Physics 90 marks PAPER 2: Advanced Physics II 1hr45mins 30% Working as a Physicist, Materials, Waves and Particle Nature of Light, Thermodynamics, Space, Nuclear Radiation, Gravitational Fields, Oscillations 90 marks PAPER 3: General and Practical Principles in Physics 2hr30mins 40% All topics, synoptic and experimental questions NON-EXAM ASSESSMENT: Practical Physics Pass/fail 16 core experiments to be done over the 2 years