The A-level physics qualification builds on the knowledge, understanding and process skills that pupils will have developed in GCSE science. Physics A-level is a linear A-level where all exams are sat at the end of Year 13. Over the two years, pupils will study: • Mechanics • Further Mechanics • Circular Motion • Particles and Nuclear Phenomenon • Electrical Circuits • Gravitational and Electrical Field • Magnetic Fields • Materials and their Properties • Space • Thermodynamics • Waves and their Properties
Candidates should have achieved at least a GCSE grade 7-7 in combined science or grade 7 in GCSE physics. In addition, candidates should also have gained at least GCSE grade 7 in mathematics and GCSE grade 6 in English language. A-level physics pupils will need to be able to communicate effectively, to research and to think critically about problems.
The A-level will be assessed through three exams taken at the end of Year 13. Paper 1: 1-hour 45-minute examination worth 30% of the qualification, covering Mechanics, Electrical Circuits, Further Mechanics, Electric and Magnetic Fields, Nuclear and Particle Physics. Paper 2: 1-hour 45-minute examination worth 30% of the qualification, covering Materials, Waves and the Particle Nature of Light, Thermodynamics, Space, Nuclear Radiation, Gravitational Fields and Oscillations. Paper 3: 2-hour 30-minute synoptic examination worth 40% of the qualification; covering any of the above topics and also assessing the conceptual and theoretical understanding of experimental methods. There is no coursework component, but pupils are required to show their analytical skill through exam questions. A practical skills grade is awarded alongside the A-level grade, which is assessed throughout the two years by completing a minimum of 12 identified practical activities.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £40,980 - £45,540 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £22,800 - £29,220 |
| Address | Shiplake Court, Shiplake, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 4BW |
The A-level physics qualification builds on the knowledge, understanding and process skills that pupils will have developed in GCSE science. Physics A-level is a linear A-level where all exams are sat at the end of Year 13. Over the two years, pupils will study: • Mechanics • Further Mechanics • Circular Motion • Particles and Nuclear Phenomenon • Electrical Circuits • Gravitational and Electrical Field • Magnetic Fields • Materials and their Properties • Space • Thermodynamics • Waves and their Properties
Candidates should have achieved at least a GCSE grade 7-7 in combined science or grade 7 in GCSE physics. In addition, candidates should also have gained at least GCSE grade 7 in mathematics and GCSE grade 6 in English language. A-level physics pupils will need to be able to communicate effectively, to research and to think critically about problems.
The A-level will be assessed through three exams taken at the end of Year 13. Paper 1: 1-hour 45-minute examination worth 30% of the qualification, covering Mechanics, Electrical Circuits, Further Mechanics, Electric and Magnetic Fields, Nuclear and Particle Physics. Paper 2: 1-hour 45-minute examination worth 30% of the qualification, covering Materials, Waves and the Particle Nature of Light, Thermodynamics, Space, Nuclear Radiation, Gravitational Fields and Oscillations. Paper 3: 2-hour 30-minute synoptic examination worth 40% of the qualification; covering any of the above topics and also assessing the conceptual and theoretical understanding of experimental methods. There is no coursework component, but pupils are required to show their analytical skill through exam questions. A practical skills grade is awarded alongside the A-level grade, which is assessed throughout the two years by completing a minimum of 12 identified practical activities.