Level 3 / A-Level Programmes
Physics
The A level in Physics is your launchpad to understanding the fundamental forces that govern our world. In the AS level, you’ll delve into mechanics, materials, waves, and electricity, uncovering the secrets of motion, light, and circuits. As you advance to the A2 level, you’ll explore further mechanics, electric and magnetic fields, nuclear physics, and the thrilling realms of thermodynamics and cosmology. The core practical experiments of the International A level are covered in depth within the course, and assessed via examination paper. From the tiniest particles to the vast cosmos, this qualification empowers you to decode the secrets of the universe
A-Level Physics
Students of the Edexcel A level physics course will be expected to demonstrate and apply the knowledge, understanding and skills described below. In addition, they will be expected to analyse, interpret and evaluate a range of scientific information, ideas and evidence using their knowledge, understanding and skills.
Examination Specifications
- This course is available with two examination boards and specifications:
- 1. UK Students: Edexcel 9PH0
- 2. International Students: Edexcel YPH11
Unit 1: Mechanics and Materials
- Mechanics
- Materials
Unit 2: Waves and Electricity
- Waves and Particle Nature of Light
- Electric Circuits
Unit 3: Practical Skills in Physics I
- Understanding of procedures and techniques from practical experiments covered in units 1 and 2
Unit 4: Further Mechanics, Fields and Particles
- Further Mechanics
- Electric and Magnetic Fields
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
Unit 5: Thermodynamics, Radiation, Oscillations and Cosmology
- Thermodynamics
- Nuclear Decay
- Oscillations
- Astrophysics and Cosmology
Unit 6: Practical Skills in Physics II
- Understanding of procedures and techniques from practical experiments covered in units 4 and 5
To study 3 A Levels:
5 GCSEs at grade 5 or higher, including English Language and Maths
Please note:
BTEC or vocational qualifications will not be accepted in place of GCSEs
Additional Requirements
9-5 in Maths
9-5 in Biology if taking separate sciences
9-5 in Double Science / Core Science AND Additional Science (not applied or vocational Science)
If you do not meet these requirements, please get in touch. We may have some solutions for you.
Many of our science A Level students progress to university to continue their studies in a variety of course areas, including (but not limited to):
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Biology
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Chemistry
- Dentistry
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Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Sciences
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Nursing
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Medicine/Biomedical Sciences
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Psychology
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