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Key Stage 5

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.

Aims

This specification aims to encourage students to:

  • Develop their interest in and enthusiasm for Physics, including developing an interest in further study and careers in the subject.
  • Appreciate how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society.
  • Develop competence in a range of practical, mathematical and problem solving skills.
  • 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 the subject and how they relate to each other.
  • Develop advanced study skills that help them prepare for third level education.

Course Content

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.

Course Outline

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%

Career Opportunities

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:

  • Investigate
  • Ask questions
  • Think critically
  • Solve problems
  • Make decisions
  • Manage information
  • Analyse data
  • Design

Physicists are:

  • Logical
  • Inquisitive
  • Practical
  • Good communicators
  • Good team players
  • Observant
  • ICT literate
  • Numerate
  • Creative

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.

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      • Science
        • Key Stage 3
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          • Biology AS and A Level (CCEA)
          • Physics AS and A Level (CCEA)
          • Chemistry AS and A Level (WJEC)
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