PhysicsContent: Physics is all around us. It is in the electric light you turn on in the morning; the car you drive to work; your wristwatch, cell phone, CD player, radio, and that big plasma TV set you got for Christmas.

In studying Physics you will be learning the science of matter, energy, space, and time. By the end of the course you will be able to explain ordinary matter as combinations of a dozen fundamental particles (quarks and leptons), interacting through four fundamental forces. You will be able describe changes in terms of energy—such as kinetic energy, electrical energy, and mass—and the way energy can change from one form to another. You will appreciate how Quantum Mechanics and Einstein’s theories have revolutionised the way we view the Universe.

The study of Physics will lead to opportunities to study a huge range of courses within both Science and Engineering. Because the Physics course develops high level analytical and problem solving skills, an A Level in Physics will be an asset no matter which career path you choose.Course StructureModule 1; A skills based module designed to give the students the necessary skills needed to be a practical physicist. This module spans both years.

Year 1:

Module 2 – Foundations of Physics. This module is intended to provide students with a knowledge and understanding of chemical ideas that underpin the whole study of Physics. Eg. Vectors and scalars, physical quantities and measurements and uncertainties in practical Physics.

Module 3 – Forces and Motion. This module is intended to provide students with an introduction to The equations of motion, Projectile motion, Forces and Materials Science.

Module 4 – Electrons, Waves and Photons. This module will cover Electrical circuits, Waves and the Photoelectric effect.

Year 2:

Module 5 – The Newtonian World. This module includes study of Newton’s Laws, Momentum, Circular motion and Thermal Physics.

Module 6 – Particles and Medical Physics. This module is intended to provide students with an understanding of Field theory, Capacitors, Nuclear Physics, Medical imaging and Astrophysics.Method of AssessmentAll exams will be held in June of year 2

Paper 1, 2 ¼ hour exam (37%). Paper 2, 2 ¼ hour (37%). Paper 3, 1 ½ hour exam (26%)

Module 1 Assessed in lessons, leading to a separately reported Practical Endorsement

Prior knowledge/attainmentAs well as the normal matriculation requirements to study at A level you must:

Have at least two level 6 or equivalent in GCSE Science. have at least a level 6 in Mathematics To proceed to Year 13 of Physics, a minimum of a grade D in the summer mock is required.