AS/A2 IN PHYSICS One Year AS-Level Course or Full Two Year A-Level Course
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 2 grade B GCSE Science Awards. (If individual Science, must include Physics).
It is
recommended that AS Mathematics is also taken (please see the entry requirements for that subject).
Why study AS/A2 Physics?
The aim of the course is to demonstrate the importance of physics as a human endeavour that interacts with social, philosophical, economic and industrial matters. You will develop essential knowledge and understanding of physics so that you can utilise this experience in the everyday world. You will develop your experimental skills and be able to relate the link between theory and experimentation.
Successful completion of this course will allow you to continue your education in a number of University Courses including; BSc Physics, BSc in any of the Engineering disciplines. This may include Medical Physics, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering.
A qualification in Physics is still held in high regard. You should be aware that it is not an easy course to follow but, if successful, will allow you into a large number of career opportunities and Universities. The course will require 9 hours of study per fortnight in addition to 2 hours homework.
Subject at AS
The AS course consists of three units, which are studied over a period of one year.
You will develop
essential knowledge and understanding of physics
so that you can utilise this experience in the everyday world.
Unit 1 - Physics on the go
This unit involves the study of mechanics (rectilinear motion, forces, energy, power) and materials (flow of liquids, properties of materials, Youngs Modulus and elastic strain energy). Part of this topic may be taught using applications related to sports or medicine. This unit is assessed by means of a written examination paper of 1 hour 20 minutes and will include objective questions and written answers. It is worth 40% of the total AS marks or 20% of the total A2 marks.
Unit 2 - Physics at Work
This unit involves the study of waves (refraction, polarisation and diffraction), electricity (current, resistance and emf) and the wave/particle nature of light. This may be taught in the context of music or technology in Space.
Physics is fun, exciting
and interesting; it never gets boring!
Tom, Year 13 40
Assessment: 1 hour 20 minutes written exam and will include objective questions and written answers.
40% of the total AS marks or 20% of the total A2 marks Unit 3 - Exploring Physics
This unit involves an experiment that is based on a visit or a case study of an application of Physics.
Assessment: A written report internally assessed. This is then externally moderated.
20% of the total AS marks or 10% of the total A2 marks
Mr N Todd
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