Head of Science – Mr S Todd
Email – todds@hanson.org.uk
Course Introduction
The course is ideal for students who are good at problem solving and have a keen interest in the fundamental building blocks of the universe.
The topics covered are
1 Measurements and their errors
2 Particles and radiation
3 Waves
4 Mechanics and materials
5 Electricity
6 Further mechanics and thermal physics
7 Fields and their consequences
8 Nuclear physics
9 Astrophysics
As part of the course students will produce a detailed lab book which showcases their skills to carry out a scientific investigation alongside developing their ability to critically analyse data.
Students will also develop their problem-solving skills by applying the laws of the universe to a range of real life situations.
Assessment
A Level Physics is a linear subject, assessed at the end of two years of study.
Paper 1: structured and multiple choice questions on topics 1-5 including testing your practical skills.
Paper 2 structured and multiple choice questions 6-8 including testing your practical skills
Paper 3: covers all the content from the course testing, critical data analysis and structure questions on our choice of optional topic astrophysics
Practical Endorsement: your ability to carry out a scientific investigation is tested throughout the two years through a portfolio of experiments recorded in your lab book.
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