Based at the Workington Academy site.
Examination Board
AQA
Entry Criteria
1) Either Grade 6 in Physics or Grade 6-6 in Combined Science.
2) Grade 6 in Mathematics.
Assessment
Paper 1 Section 1-5 and 6.1 (Periodic Motion).
- written exam 2 hours
- 85 marks
- 34% of A level
Paper 2 Sections 6.2 (Thermal Physics), 7 and 8.
- written exam: 2 hours
- 85 marks
- 34% of A-level
Paper 3 Section A: Compulsory section: Practical skills and data analysis Section B:
Students enter for one of sections 9, 10, 11, 12 or 13.
- written exam: 2 hours
- 80 marks
- 32% of A-level
Why you should study Physics
By studying AS/A Level Physics you will develop an understanding of core physics, the basis of much of everyday life. This will be applied to a wide range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts to test your understanding and versatility as a physicist. You will develop transferable practical and analytical skills during the practical side of the course.
Course Content
- Measurements and their errors
- Particles and radiation
- Waves
- Mechanics and materials
- Electricity
- Further mechanics and thermal physics
- Fields and their consequences
- Nuclear physics
Options
- Astrophysics
- Medical physics
- Engineering physics
- Turning points in physics
- Electronics
Skills Developed, Progression and Possible Future Careers
With GCE A Level in Physics, the following career opportunities are possible: Mechanical engineer, electrical engineer, civil engineer, aeronautical engineer, nuclear physicist, accountant, actuary, research physicists, electrician, lawyer, medical physicist, business manager, teacher and architect.