Subject : Physics
Awarding body: OCR Physics
AS H158
A2 H558
Course content and examination requirements:
The aims of this course are to encourage students to:
- Develop their interest in, and enthusiasm for Physics, including developing an interest in further study and careers in Physics.
- Develop and demonstrate a deeper appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of ‘How Science Works’.
- Develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of Physics and how they relate to each other.
| Year 12 AS | Year 13 A2 |
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Unit 1 Particles, quantum, phenomena and electricity PHYA1. |
Unit 1Fields and further mechanics PHYA4 |
Unit 2 Mechanisms, Materials and waves PHYA2 |
Unit 2 Fields, Particles and nuclear physics, thermal physics and an optional topic PHYA5. |
Unit 3 Practical Skills PHYA3 |
Unit 3 Practical Skills PHYA6 |
Relevance to further studies and careers:
A level Physics leads to a variety of careers, not just Physics and engineering. These are possible careers that A-level Physics can lead to:
Food scientist |
Ergonomics expert |
Chemist |
Oceanographer |
Climatologist |
Medical Physicist |
Naval architect |
Orthoptist |
Radiographer |
Geophysicist |
Audio technician |
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As well as an Engineer in:
Flight, Design, Mining, Medical, Electrical/electronic, Mechanical, Aeronautical, Agricultural, or Automobile.
Teaching staff / further information:
Mrs V Stevens
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