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Physics

Title and Level: A/AS Level Physics (Level 3)

Introduction
Physics is at the very heart of science and opens the door to a wide range of careers.  This course has been developed in conjunction with the Institute of Physics and covers ideas and applications such as communications, materials, fundamental particles, space and time. It looks at Physics in society and the people behind discoveries and the development of ideas. You will be encouraged, early in the course, to develop confidence in using equipment and instrumentation, including computer systems for the collection and analysis of data.

Entry requirements
Standard entry requirements for A Levels apply. You need grade A* to B in GCSE Additional Science or GCSE Physics and A* to B in GCSE Maths.

Duration
AS Level is a one year course and A Level is a two year course. Enrolment is only in September.

Career Prospects/Progression
A Level Physics is highly regarded by employers and is a preferred qualification for many degree courses. It can be studied with other sciences or combined with any other A Levels. This course has been designed to be interesting, fun to study and gives you the knowledge and understanding to deal confidently with the modern technological world.

How will I be assessed?
Both the AS and A Level courses consist of several compulsory modules and coursework.   Modules are examined in January and June each year. Each unit is assessed by examination.  It is possible to re-sit modules, in order to improve grades.  The coursework is internally assessed and provides a wide variety of opportunities to study an aspect of Physics of your own choice. The course can provide an opportunity to acquire evidence for Key Skills.

Course Content/units
AS Level Units:
•    Physics in action    
•    Understanding processes and experimentation and data handling
•    Physics in practice

A Level Units:
•    Rise and fall of the clockwork universe
•    Field and particle pictures
•    Researching Physics

Course expenses
AS Level Advancing Physics CD ROM - £15 (optional).
A Level Advancing Physics CD ROM - £15 (optional).
Revision guides - Approximately £5 per year.
Textbooks - Approximately cost of £18 per year (optional).

Trips/Residentials
There may be the opportunity to take part in an Institute of Physics study weekend in London.

Awarding Body
OCR

What next? 
For further information, advice and to enrol, please call our Customer Liaison Team on 01935 423921