Physics A Level at The King's School
Course description
Have you ever wondered why:-
Bubbles are coloured?
Astronauts appear weightless while still in Earth’s gravity?
This course provides a rigorous coverage of all the fundamentals of Physics. This makes a perfect platform for further study.
Course content
Unit 1:
Advanced Physics 1
Working as a physicist
Mechanics
Electric gravity
Further mechanics
Electric & magnetic fields
Nuclear & particle physics
Unit 2:
Advanced Physics 2
Working as a physicist
Materials
Waves & particles
Nature of light
Thermodynamics
Space
Nuclear radiation
Gravitational fields
Oscillations
Unit 3 :
General and Practical
Principles in Physics
Synoptic questions on two or more different topics in the specification.
Unit 4:
Science Practical
Endorsement
Students should use relevant apparatus & techniques to develop a specific practical skill.
Entry requirements
The minimum grade entry requirement is 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above to include Grade 4 or better in English and Maths. Grade 5/6 in GCSE Physics or 5/6 in Dual Science. Grade 5 in Maths.
Assessment
Unit 1: Exam (1hr 45m) (30%)
Unit2: Exam (1hr 45m) (30%)
Unit 3: Exam (2hrs 30m) (40%)
Unit 4: Internally Assessed
How to apply
If you want to apply for this course, you will need to contact The King's School directly.
Last updated date: 11 January 2018