PHYSICS

Please follow the link below where you can find our current entry requirements for this course:

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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

With one optional topic from:

9. Astrophysics
10. Medical Physics
11. Engineering Physics
12. Turning Points in Physics
13. Electronics

The A-level is assessed at the end of Year 13 with three examinations:

Paper 1:      2 Hours - 85 marks   (60 marks for long answers and 25 for multiple choice)

The paper is on units 1 to 5

Paper 2:      2 Hours - 85 marks   (60 marks for long answers and 25 for multiple choice)

This paper is on sections 6 to 8

Paper 3:      2 Hours - 80 marks   (A mixture of long and short answers)

This paper is on Practical skills and Data analysis (45 Marks) and the optional unit (35 Marks)

A pass in physics is essential for many careers including those in science, engineering and the medical field, but don’t forget that physics is a highly regarded A level whatever your future choice of career.  Physics graduates are highly valued for their problem-solving and numeracy.  Some example of other careers open to you include: architecture, economics, merchant banking, oceanography, photography, cartography, science broadcasting or journalism, computer-aided design, quantity surveying, graphic art and technical jobs in media.

• Develop logical analysis
• Problem solving
• Competency with mathematical methods
• Literacy skills/step-by-step logical explanations