(Physicists explore the fundamental nature of almost everything we know of. They probe the furthest reaches of the earth to study the smallest pieces of matter. As well as developing their knowledge and understanding students study to enter a world deep beneath the surface of normal human experience. The topics covered at AS are: Measurements and their errors; Particles and radiation; Waves; Mechanics and energy; Electricity. At A-level students also study: Further mechanics and thermal physics; Fields; Nuclear physics; Plus one option from the following - Astrophysics, Medical physics, Engineering physics, Turning points in physics, Electronics. Students are assessed by external examination; AS Physics lasts one year, with 2 exams at the end. A-level Physics lasts two years, with exams at the end of the second year. Physics, like all sciences, is a practical subject. Throughout the A-level course students will carry out a range of practical activities including: investigating interference and diffraction of laser light; measuring acceleration due to gravity; investigating systems that oscillate; investigation of the links between temperature, volume and pressure; safe use of ionising radiation; investigating magnetic fields. These practicals will give students the skills and confidence needed to investigate the way things behave and work. It will also ensure that students will have the practical skills needed should they choose to study a Physics-based subject at university. After A-level students can go on to a range of degrees, of which the most popular tend to be Physics, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Economics, Business.)
Name: Physics Qualification title: GCE A Level in Physics Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20160321 13:00:55 Updated 20160321 13:00:55
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