Physics
Awarding Body : AQA (Physics - Specification A)
Entry Requirements :
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Grade B in GCSE Physics or Additional Science GCSE |
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Grade B in Mathematics GCSE |
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(GCSE Additional Applied Science is not sufficient). |
Course Content :
| AS Course (Year 1) : |
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A2 Course (Year 2) : |
| Quantum Phenomena and Electricity |
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Fields and Further Mechanics |
| Mechanics Materials and Waves |
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Nuclear and Thermal Physics and Medical Physics |
| Investigative Skills Assignment (ISA) |
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Investigative Skills Assignment (ISA) |
Assessment :
AS Course : One exam in January worth 40%, one in June worth 40% plus an ISA worth 20%.
A2 Course : One exam in January worth 40%, one in June worth 40% plus an ISA worth 20%.
Progression :
Engineering, natural sciences, physical sciences.