A and AS Level Physics

A & AS Level - Physics

• Course Level: A & AS Level
• Duration: 2 Year
• Start date: September 2010

Introduction to course
Enter the exciting world of space exploration; communication networks; designing diagnostic equipment for hospitals; the modern world. We will make it easy for you. You get to do so many different things in Physics that it is always interesting. You will do calculations, theory, watch demonstrations and work with each other on projects and experiments. Many of our students say they thought Physics would be hard and they were amazed they found it easy and had so much fun doing Physics at Monoux.

Course Details
The main physics units will include radioactivity and atoms, electricity, mechanics (which will help you with maths), waves and light, gravity and space, magnetism, nuclear physics and medical physics (this is a separate topic and very useful if you intend to study medicine at university). You will also learn some very interesting topics in modern Physics relating to Einstein, Quantum Physics and nuclear/ Particle Physics. One module in both AS and A level has an experimental investigation for which you will get a chance to design your own experiments. You will be able to apply for a Masterclass of 8 lectures, some at Monoux and some at Queen Mary, University of London. The course takes 20 of our students each year and allows them to explore some very exciting topics in modern Physics, as well as giving them a taste of University life. Experiments There will be one main experimental lesson each week. Much of the equipment you will use is very modern and sophisticated, giving a good introduction to the world of modern physics. You will use lasers, radiation counters, electron tubes and many other pieces of equipment in our up-to-date, well equipped laboratories. There are also experiment simulations on computer and analysing Physics in the real world by studying videocam records of events. Experiments help you learn all sorts of skills - maths, data analysis, use of correct language and scientific vocabulary.

Where the course lead
People respect Physics qualifications. AS or A Level physics will greatly improve your chances for a number of university courses. These include all the Engineering degrees, Architecture, Medicine, Dentistry, Robotics, Astronomy and, of course, Physics and Maths. Physicists are in great demand for careers as different as Air Traffic Control and Financial Consultancy

Course Progression
You want an A level that opens the door to lots of university courses and successful jobs. We will start every part of the course at an easy level, so that you understand everything before we move on. The mathematics you learn in Physics will also help you if you decide to do A level Mathematics or Computing.