Physics is a key part of Science and Technology, which deals with how and why things behave as they do. It is the study of how the Universe works, considering the smallest fundamental particles right up to the largest galaxies and beyond. At ERGS we aim to equip our pupils with skills like critical thinking, independent learning and team work.
This specification aims to encourage students to:
The A level Physics Course is divided into six units all of which are externally assessed. They are outlined in the table below. The first three units which cover 40% of the course are studied at AS level and the remaining 60% of the course is covered by the three A2 units.
| Unit | Topic | Assessment | Weighting | |
| AS | A Level | |||
| AS Unit 1 | Forces, Energy and Electricity | External examination
1hour 45 minutes |
40%
|
16% |
| AS Unit 2 | Waves, Photons and Astronomy | External examination
1hour 45 minutes |
40%
|
16% |
| AS Unit 3 | Practical Techniques and Data Analysis | External examination
Two (1hour) subcomponents |
20%
|
8% |
| A2 Unit 1 | Deformation of Solids, Thermal Physics, Circular Motion, Oscillations and Atomic and Nuclear Physics | External examination
2hours
|
24% | |
| A2 Unit 2 | Fields, Capacitors and Particle Physics | External examination
2hours
|
24% | |
| A2 Unit 3 | Practical Techniques and Data Analysis. | External examination
Two (1hour) subcomponents |
12% | |
An A Level in Physics is essential for students wishing to follow a career in any branch of Engineering, e.g. Aeronautical, Civil, Electronic, Electrical or Mechanical, as well as careers in Radiography, Biophysics, Geophysics, Optics etc. It will also prove an advantage to those seeking admission in to the Army, Navy or Air Force, and a wide range of other careers. Employers rate Physics qualifications very highly, especially at A Level or beyond.
Physicists Can:
Physicists are:
Enniskillen Royal Grammar School is a new academically selective voluntary grammar school that opened on 1 September 2016.
Enniskillen Royal Grammar School is co-educational and non-denominational.
