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Physics

What is our Physics A-Level course?

Physics is both the everyday and the extraordinary, from explaining why the sky is blue and why satellites don’t fall out of the sky, to understanding quantum theory and Einstein’s relativity. A-Level Physics combines practical experiments with theoretical concepts, giving you the skills to logically analyse and solve problems; skills that can be applied to any scientific or mathematical challenge.

Enrichment opportunities include:

Trip to CERN in Geneva
Trip to Kennedy Space Centre in Florida
Y12 and Y13 trips to UCLan and Lancaster University’s Physics/Astrophysics departments
Compete in the British Physics Olympiad
Regular guest speakers from UCLan

What Will You Study on A-Level Physics?

Physics is both everyday and extraordinary, from explaining why the sky is blue, to understanding quantum theory and Einstein’s relativity. A-Level Physics combines practical investigations and experiments with theoretical ideas, giving you the skills to logically analyse and solve problems; skills that can be applied to any scientific or mathematical challenge.

Modules

Year 12:

Mechanics
Materials
Practical Skills
Waves
Quantum Physics
Electrical Circuits
Particle Physics
Circular and Simple Harmonic Motion

Year 13:

Gravitational Fields
Electrical Fields
Nuclear Physics
Capacitors
Magnetic Fields and Motors
Thermal and Gases
Special Relativity

What Next after Completing A-Level Physics?

Whether you’re interested in quantum research, renewable energy, medical physics or cosmology, a physics qualification opens doors to a diverse range of career opportunities. Physicists’ ultimate aim is to unravel the most complex mysteries of the universe and the experimental, problem-solving and quantitative reasoning skills you will acquire in the process are highly regarded by employers and universities across a wide variety of scientific, financial and engineering sectors.

Our students go on to study an array of university courses including Astrophysics, Cosmology, Aeronautical, Motorsport or Acoustic Engineering, Medical Physics, Architecture, Pilot Studies and Computing. Others have been successful in gaining places on degree apprenticeships with companies such as BAE, Westinghouse, MBDA, Electricity Northwest and PWC.

What is the Exam Board for A-Level Physics?

AQA

You will have internal assessment points in October, February and May of Year 12, October and February of Year 13.

There are 3 final exams in May/June of Year 13.

Your practical skills will be continually assessed throughout Year 12 and Year 13

What are the Entry Requirements for A-Level Physics?

At least five 5s at GCSE and at least a 6 in two Sciences and a 6 in Maths (must also choose A Level Maths)

Have you considered studying a Mixed Programme (A-Levels and BTECs)? Whether you’re on target to achieve five 5s in your GCSEs or not, there may still be an option to study A-Levels alongside a BTEC qualification at Newman.

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