Covering physical laws, theories, models and their practical applications, the Edexcel International Advanced Level in Physics is designed to be studied over two years, with the option of a one-year AS level course.
Studying A Level Physics will develop your reasoning, problem-solving and analytical skills to the next level. This will position you ideally for university level study or the workplace. Due to the heavy mathematical element to physics, a qualification can also help you explore mathematical studies and career path.
What I should consider before enrolling
A level Physics builds directly on the subject knowledge studied at IGCSE/GCSE (or equivalent). We recommend our students have a
grade B or 6 at IGCSE/GCSE to cope with the subject content. There is a strong maths content in the course, and we recommend you
have a grade B or 6 in maths. All students undertaking A levels must also have IGCSE in English Language at Grade C or 4 (or
equivalent qualification).
Physics
Year 1 (AS Level)
Course Content and Examinations
Unit 1
Mechanics and Materials (code WPH11/01) worth 40% of the AS grade and 20% of the overall A level grade. (1 hour and 30 minutes).
Unit 2
Waves and Electricity (code WPH12/01) worth 40% of the AS grade and 20% of the overall A level grade. (1 hour and 30 minutes).
Unit 3
Practical Skills in Physics I (code WPH13/01) worth 20% of the AS grade and 10% of the overall A level grade. (1 hour and 20 minutes).
Physics
Year 2 (A Level)
Course Content and Examinations
Unit 4
Further Mechanics, Fields and Particles (code WPH14/01) worth 40% of the A2 grade and 20% of the overall A level grade. (1 hour and 45 minutes).
Unit 5
Thermodynamics, Radiation, Oscillations and Cosmology (code WPH15/01) worth 40% of the A2 grade and 20% of the overall A level grade. (1 hour and 45 minutes).
Unit 6
Practical Skills in Physics II (code WPH16/01) worth 20% of the A2 grade and 10% of the overall A level grade. (1 hour and 20 minutes).
Physics Specification
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