The qualification is linear so that all students will sit all of their examinations in the summer of Year 13. Assessment structure The Content is listed below and the assessments in the table. Core content 1 Measurements and their errors 2 Particles and radiation 3 Waves 4 Mechanics and materials 5 Electricity 6 Further mechanics and thermal physics 7 Fields and their consequences 8 Nuclear physics Option (Y13) Turning points in physics – covering the development of quantum physics and relativity. PRACTICAL WORK Practical work will be assessed in the written papers. 15% of the total A level marks will be awarded for practical knowledge and understanding. A separate “endorsement” of practical work will be assessed by teachers. This will not be graded (simply a pass or fail mark). If students pass it will be reported on their certificate, otherwise it will not be reported. Students must carry out a minimum of 12 set practical activities across the two year A level. At the Blue Coat, students will have more opportunities to learn and use practical skills to link theory with practice, deepening their knowledge and understanding. You can find out more about the practical based questions by viewing the specimen examination questions and mark schemes at www.aqa.org.uk Teaching & Learning Methods A mixture of note taking, group and discussion activities, practical work and problem solving will be used. All the laboratories and teaching rooms have interactive whiteboards (IWB). Consequently, all teachers use the IWB on a regular basis and complement this with a range of activities. Progress tests are a regular feature as well as homework assignments geared to reinforce and enhance understanding. Independent research activities involving the internet are included throughout. Subject Combinations Most pupils support Physics by studying Chemistry, Mathematics or Further Maths. Geography and Economics also combine the numeracy and literacy skills necessary for success in this demanding subject.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Church Road, Wavertree, Liverpool, L15 9EE |
The qualification is linear so that all students will sit all of their examinations in the summer of Year 13. Assessment structure The Content is listed below and the assessments in the table. Core content 1 Measurements and their errors 2 Particles and radiation 3 Waves 4 Mechanics and materials 5 Electricity 6 Further mechanics and thermal physics 7 Fields and their consequences 8 Nuclear physics Option (Y13) Turning points in physics – covering the development of quantum physics and relativity. PRACTICAL WORK Practical work will be assessed in the written papers. 15% of the total A level marks will be awarded for practical knowledge and understanding. A separate “endorsement” of practical work will be assessed by teachers. This will not be graded (simply a pass or fail mark). If students pass it will be reported on their certificate, otherwise it will not be reported. Students must carry out a minimum of 12 set practical activities across the two year A level. At the Blue Coat, students will have more opportunities to learn and use practical skills to link theory with practice, deepening their knowledge and understanding. You can find out more about the practical based questions by viewing the specimen examination questions and mark schemes at www.aqa.org.uk Teaching & Learning Methods A mixture of note taking, group and discussion activities, practical work and problem solving will be used. All the laboratories and teaching rooms have interactive whiteboards (IWB). Consequently, all teachers use the IWB on a regular basis and complement this with a range of activities. Progress tests are a regular feature as well as homework assignments geared to reinforce and enhance understanding. Independent research activities involving the internet are included throughout. Subject Combinations Most pupils support Physics by studying Chemistry, Mathematics or Further Maths. Geography and Economics also combine the numeracy and literacy skills necessary for success in this demanding subject.