The AQA Physics course is a traditional course that is an excellent foundation for further study, but we put an emphasis on real life applications and interesting experimental work. Key topic areas in the Lower 6 year include forces, electricity, waves, materials, quantum and particle physics. In the Upper 6 year we study advanced mechanics, fields, thermal physics, radioactivity and astrophysics. It is highly recommended that you take A level Mathematics alongside your Physics. It is not compulsory, but if you do not like the idea of A level Mathematics then you will probably not enjoy A level Physics, which is quite mathematical.
Paper 1 - 2 hours Measurement, Particles, Waves, Mechanics and Materials, Electricity, Periodic Motion 85 marks in total (34% of A level): 60 marks of short and long answer questions; 25 multiple choice questions Paper 2 - 2 hours Thermal Physics, Fields, Nuclear Physics 85 marks in total (34% of A level): 60 marks of short and long answer questions, 25 multiple choice questions Paper 3 - 2 hours 80 marks in total (32% of A level) Section A – 45 marks of short and long answer questions on practical experiments and data analysis Section B – 35 marks of short and long answer questions on the optional topic
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| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £36,210 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £18,975 |
| Address | Clarence Drive, Harrogate, HG1 2QG |
The AQA Physics course is a traditional course that is an excellent foundation for further study, but we put an emphasis on real life applications and interesting experimental work. Key topic areas in the Lower 6 year include forces, electricity, waves, materials, quantum and particle physics. In the Upper 6 year we study advanced mechanics, fields, thermal physics, radioactivity and astrophysics. It is highly recommended that you take A level Mathematics alongside your Physics. It is not compulsory, but if you do not like the idea of A level Mathematics then you will probably not enjoy A level Physics, which is quite mathematical.
Paper 1 - 2 hours Measurement, Particles, Waves, Mechanics and Materials, Electricity, Periodic Motion 85 marks in total (34% of A level): 60 marks of short and long answer questions; 25 multiple choice questions Paper 2 - 2 hours Thermal Physics, Fields, Nuclear Physics 85 marks in total (34% of A level): 60 marks of short and long answer questions, 25 multiple choice questions Paper 3 - 2 hours 80 marks in total (32% of A level) Section A – 45 marks of short and long answer questions on practical experiments and data analysis Section B – 35 marks of short and long answer questions on the optional topic