Knowsley Community College 2019 Prospectus

You will be assessed by a combination of examinations at the end of year 13 and investigative and practical skills assessments. “ Do you want to learn how the world works and how everything is held together? Are you fascinated by the fundamental particles that make up matter? Then choose to study Physics and learn about the very thing that makes you and everything around you exist. ” What will I study? How is it assessed? What can I go on to do once I have completed this? You should have at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English. GCSE maths and science must be at grade 5 or above. Entry Requirements During this two year A level, you will study the following: • Particles, quantum phenomena and electricity • Mechanics, materials and waves • Investigative and practical skills • Fields and further mechanics • Nuclear and thermal physics You will also have the opportunity to choose from the following units: • Astrophysics • Medical physics • Applied physics • Turning points in physics This A level will also enable you to develop valuable skills including problem-solving, analytical thinking and evaluation. Studying A level Physics allows you to progress on to a range of university degrees from physics, engineering and computer science to medicine, health studies or sports science. This A level is the first step to a range of interesting careers within fields such as: • Medicine • Space and astronomy • Engineering • Business • Finance • Technology 69 A LEVEL PHYSICS