Physics

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Measurements and their errors, including use of SI units and their prefixes, limitations of physical measurements and estimation of physical quantities. Particles and radiation, including constituents of the atom, particle interactions, collisions of electrons with atoms. Waves, including progressive, interference, diffraction. Mechanics and energy, including projectile motion, Newton’s laws of motion. Electricity, including current/voltage characteristics, circuits, electromotive force and internal resistance.Physics A level is a requirement for any Physics based course such as Physics, Astrophysics, Material Science or Medical Physics. There are also many career paths that stem from the study of Physics, including Engineering, Forensics, Robotics and Music Technology. Note that most Physics degree courses require Maths A level as well as Physics.

Course information

Name: Physics Qualification title: GCE AS Level in Physics Qualification type: Assessment AS exams will be taken at the end of the first year, with two, 1 ½ hour exams. A level exams will include three 2 hour papers taken at the end of Y13. Note that there is no coursework in this A level Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20151019 11:48:34 Updated 20151021 10:14:39

Entry requirements

None

Provider

Joseph Rowntree School
Voluntary Controlled School
joseph.rowntree@york.gov.uk
01904 552100
http://www.josephrowntreeschool.co.uk

Address

Haxby Road
New Earswick Town: York County:North Yorkshire

Learning aims

Title: Qualification: Classification:

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