A Level Physics
Course code: 7408
Delivery method: Online
Course duration: 24 Months
Entry requirements: No prior qualification needed
Award achieved: AQA A Level Physics
Awarding body: AQA
The first time the full A Level exams can be taken is June 2017, the AS exams can be taken from June 2016.
Physics is the branch of science which is concerned with matter and energy. Studying Physics provides you with an understanding of the fundamental principles of the universe. Covering topics such as particles and radiation to electronics.
This qualification is a gateway to higher education and is perfect for students planning on studying engineering or sciences.
During this A Level course in Physics you will cover subjects like
mechanics, particles, radiation and astrophysics. Due to the scope of
topics covered A Level Physics is favoured among universities and
employers.
You will develop and hone your skills in the subject as well as gaining a real
enthusiasm for the subject matter. Physics makes an ideal choice for those
students with interests in medicine, science and engineering.
Upon successful completion of the exam and practical assessments (as
administered by AQA), you will have achieved an internationally recognised
AQA A Level Physics.
- Develop mathematical and problem solving skills
- Understand how Physics is used in a wider context
- Preparation for further study and or careers related to the subject
- Understand the impact sciences have on both the economy and society
- Develop scientific explanations
- Analyse and interpret data
This course is divided into 3 units:
Unit 1: Content from topics 1-5 and 6.1
Written examination: 2 hours. 34% of A-Level. 85 Marks
- 60 marks = A mixture of short and long answer questions
- 25 marks = Multiple choice questions
Unit 2: Content from topics 1 to 6.1, 6.2, 7 and 8
Written examination: 2 hours. 34% of A Level. 85 Marks
- 60 marks = A mixture of short and long answer questions
- 25 marks = Multiple choice questions
Unit 3: Section A: Practical skills and data analysis & Section B: Students enter for one of topics 9, 10, 11, 12 or 13
Written examination: 2 hours. 32% of A Level. 80 Marks
- 45 marks = A mixture of short and long answer questions on practical
experiments and data analysis - 35 marks = A mixture of long and short answer questions on chosen
optional topic
Your A-Level grade will be based on written examinations. However, to
pass you must undergo an assessment of practical skills. These are:
- Investigation into the variation of the frequency of stationary waves on a
string with length, tension and mass per unit length of the string - Investigation of interference effects to include the Young’s slit experiment
and interference by a diffraction grating - Determination of by a free-fall method
- Determination of the Young modulus by a simple method
- Determination of resistivity of a wire using a micrometer, ammeter and
voltmeter - Investigation of the emf and internal resistance of electric cells and
batteries by measuring the variation of the terminal pd of the cell with
current in it - Investigation into simple harmonic motion using a mass-spring system and
a simple pendulum - Investigation of Boyle’s (constant temperature) law and Charles’s (constant
pressure) law for a gas - Investigation of the charge and discharge of capacitors. Analysis
techniques should include log-linear plotting leading to a determination of
the time constant - Investigate how the force on a wire varies with flux density, current
and length of wire using a top pan balance - Investigate, using a search coil and oscilloscope, the effect on
magnetic flux linkage of varying the angle between a search coil and
magnetic field direction - Investigation of the inverse-square law for gamma radiation
Structured in thirteen topics across three exams AQA A-Level Physics
contains both compulsory and optional content.
If the content is listed as optional you have a choice of questions relating
to these topics when you sit your exam. Your tutor may advise on what
topics you should focus on when studying.
Compulsory Content:
Topic 1: Measurements and their errors
Topic 2: Particles and radiation
Topic 3: Waves
Topic 4: Mechanics and materials
Topic 5: Electricity
Topic 6: Further mechanics and thermal physics
Topic 7: Fields and their consequences
Topic 8: Nuclear physics
Optional Content
Topic 9: Astrophysics
Topic 10: Medical physics
Topic 11: Engineering physics
Topic 12: Turing points in physics
Topic 13: Electronics
The AQA A Level Physics qualification is gained once all 3 exam papers
and 12 practical assessments are successfully completed. These exams
are administered by the AQA and assessment centre details will be
included with your course, as well as practice papers so that you are more
than prepared for your assessments.
The practicals are not marked, but you will need to be observed by an
examination centre to demonstrate competence in the different
techniques. The practicals are usually held in Spring of each year, while the
written exams are in May/June.
In addition, there will be a number of tutor marked assessments (TMAs) to
ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the course materials,
with the tutor sending comments to guide you through any areas of
potential difficulty, as well as a range of self-assessments that are
indicators that you understand the materials as you work through them.
These are for your own information, and do not need to be shown to your
course tutor.
Online and Paper Based
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The course includes Tutor Marked Assessments which you access and submit through the online system.
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