A Level Physics - AS and A Levels Full-time (FE)

A Level Physics AS and A Levels Location Start Date Day Time Fees Duration Leamington 05-Sep-2016 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Fri TBA * see below 2Year(s) Rugby 05-Sep-2016 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Fri TBA * see below 2Year(s) What will I study?

We are all born with an urge to understand the world around us.  Physics leads to the answers to such questions as: ‘How does the sun keep shining?’, ‘What are the ultimate constituents of matter?’, ‘How did the universe begin and how will it end?’   As well as being concerned with these fundamental questions physics also forms the basis of most present and future technology.   If you enjoy applying your mind to solving problems with imagination and logical thinking then study physics.

What modules are covered?

Advanced GCE in Physics (9PH0)
The Advanced GCE in Physics consists of three externally examined papers and the Science Practical Endorsement.

Students must complete all assessment in May/June in any single year.

Paper 1: Advanced Physics I
Mechanics
Electric Circuits
Further Mechanics
Electric and Magnetic Fields
Nuclear and Particle Physics

Assessment: 1 hour 45 minutes (30% of the total qualification)

Paper 2: Advanced Physics II
Materials
Waves and Particle Nature of Light
Thermodynamics
Space Physics
Nuclear Radiation
Gravitational Fields
Oscillations

Assessment: 1 hour 45 minutes (30% of the total qualification)

Paper 3: General and Practical Principles in Physics
Questions in this paper may draw on any of the topics in this specification.
The paper will include synoptic questions that may draw on two or more topics.
The paper will include questions that assess conceptual and theoretical
understanding of experimental methods (indirect practical skills) that will draw on
students’ experiences of the core practicals.

Assessment: 2 hours 30 minutes (40% of the total qualification)

Science Practical Endorsement
Internally assessed and externally moderated by Pearson Edexcel
This qualification will give students opportunities to use relevant apparatus and
techniques to develop and demonstrate specific practical skills. These skills will be
assessed through a minimum of 12 identified practical activities within each
qualification.
The assessment outcomes will be reported separately on students’ certificates as either
‘pass’ or ‘fail’. To achieve a pass, students must demonstrate that they are competent in
all of the practical skills listed in the subject content requirements for physics.

What qualifications will I get?

AS and A Level

How will I be assessed?

 What is the entry process?

Please apply online or alternatively you are able to collect an application form for completion. Following receipt of application an invite for you to attend a formal interview will be issued.

What are the entry requirements?

Minimum qualifications: Full level 2

A minimum of 5 GCSE's achieved at grade C or above to include English/English Language and Maths, BB in Double Science or 2 single science subjects to include Physics.

Offers subject to a satisfactory School Report. 

What else do I need to know?

Physics combines well with many subjects.  Future engineers would study it alongside Maths and those who wish to pursue medical related professions would choose Biology & Chemistry with Physics.  Combining Physics with Business Studies and a Vocational A Level in IT would be a perfect combination for a career in Business/Management.  

English and Maths

English and maths qualifications are vitally important for future employers and universities, so the government has made it a priority for students to improve these skills.

Entry Level / Level 1 and Level 2: We’re here to help you on your journey, so if you do not achieve grade A*-C in GCSE English and/or maths, then you will study English and/or maths as part of your college course.

Students who achieve a D grade will be placed on the relevant GCSE programme, while students who achieve an E or below will be assessed to ensure they are placed on the right study programme for their ability.

Level 3 programmes: You will need to meet the course entry requirements specified on the course information above. For the majority of our Level 3 courses, students will need grade A*-C in GCSE English and/or maths. If this is not specified in the course entry requirement, then you may be able to study English and/or maths as part of your college course.

What can I do after this course?

Physics combines well with many subjects. Future engineers would study it alongside Maths and those who wish to pursue medical related professions would choose Biology & Chemistry with Physics. Combining Physics with Business Studies and a Vocational A Level in IT would be a perfect combination for a career in Business/Management.

Physics at A level could lead to a wide variety of degree level courses leading to careers in electronics, aerospace, telecommunications, ICT, medical related careers. A physics education equips you with broad based skills which would make you equally at home in a wide variety of stimulating careers such as management, accountancy, broadcasting and teaching to name but a few.

Got a question about this course?

Call: 0300 45 600 49 or email us nowCourse code

WC11562

Fees

Course tuition fees are free for UK students under 19yrs.

All students may be charged for materials e.g. equipment, clothing etc.

UK students aged 19 and over will need to pay tuition fees as well as any materials, registration and exam fees.Some adults may be eligible for free tuition.Please contact us for more fee information.

The 24+ Advanced Learning Loan

If you are 24 or over at start of this course, you can apply for a new loan to cover the course fees. There are no repayments until the course is completed and you are earning £21000 or more. Therefore if you earn up to £21000 a year there’s nothing to pay back. If you earn £22000 a year your loan repayments would be as little as £7 per month. Call us for more information.

We make every effort to ensure that these course details are accurate. Warwickshire College reserves the right to make alterations. Fees may be indicative at the time of publishing.

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