What’s Physics A level like?
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What will I learn?
Breadth in Physics – a detailed study into the basic principles in Physics – physical quantities, units, scalars, vectors and measurements
Depth in Physics - Introduction to Quantum Physics encompassing energy and waves and basic Physics on forces
Development of practical skills in Physics - Basic skills of planning, implementing, analysis and evaluation
Modelling Physics - Detailed study of forces and motion, along with Newtonian world and astrophysics
Exploring Physics - Extended study of electrons, waves and photons, particles and medical physics
Unified Physics - Structured questions and extended response questions covering theory and practical skills
How will I be assessed?
100% examination (11% multiple choice)
Entry requirements
Two grade 7s in Combined Science or Triple Science (must have 7 in physics) & grade 7 in Maths
Where can Physics A level take me?
Physics is a seriously useful subject for the majority of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths) careers and you’ll find physicists everywhere, in industry, transport, government, universities, the armed forces, the secret service, games companies, research labs and more.
Physics is especially helpful for jobs that involve building things and developing new technologies, including: engineering (flight, buildings, space, you name it…), astronomy, robotics,
renewable energies, computer science, communications, space exploration, science writing, sports and games technology, research and nanotechnology (that’s engineering on a seriously tiny molecular scale). Ultimately an A level in physics can take you anywhere; it shows that you are hard-working and logical with an ability to clearly understand and grapple with complex problems, inside and outside of physics.