A level Physics will give the student an understanding of how a vast range of mechanisms interact and function; relaying advanced concepts from the sub-atomic level to a galactic scale. It is an exciting time to study Physics as research and technology continues to break new barriers on a continuous basis.
The course is broken down into the following units and assessments:
AS Level
Unit 1 – Particles, Quantum Phenomena and Electricity
Examination paper – 1 hour 15 minutes
40% of the total AS marks and 20% of the total A level marks
Unit 2 – Mechanics, Materials and Waves
Examination paper – 1 hour 15 minutes
40% of the total AS marks and 20% of the total A-level marks
Unit 3 – Investigative and Practical Skills
Internally assessed Practical Skills Assessment and Investigative Skills Assignment
20% of total AS marks and 10% of total A-level marks
A2 Level
Unit 4 – Fields and Further Mechanics
Examination paper – 1 hour 45 minutes
20% of the total A-level marks
Unit 5 – Nuclear and Thermal Physics, Astrophysics, Medical Physics, Turning Points in Physics
Examination paper – 2 hours 15 minutes
20% of the total A level marks
Unit 6 – Investigative and Practical Skills
Internally assessed Practical Skills Assessment and Investigative Skills Assignment
10% of the total A level marks
Further information can be found on the awarding body’s website at www.aqa.org.uk/qual/gce/physics_a_new.php