A Level Physics (including exam & practical)

Key Points

• Gain a deeper understanding of key scientific principles.
• Covers expansive topics such as particle physics and astrophysics.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of atomic structure, waves and matter.

• AQA exams included (AQA Specification: 7408).
• Enables you to progress to university level study.
• Practical elements included.

Studying your A Level

A Level Physics deepens the knowledge you’ve gained in your GCSE. You’ll cover core principles in more depth than ever before.

During the course, you’ll look at key components of physics such as radiation, nuclear physics, astrophysics and more.

As well as cover units in waves, mass, black holes and the constituent of atoms.

You’ll be able to test your understanding of these components with the practical elements provided in the course. The practical elements include:

• Using apparatus to record a range of measurements
• Design, construct and check circuits
• Use a laser or light source to investigate the properties of light
• Use ionising radiation, including detectors.

This course is designed in line with the AQA specification to prepare you for your A Level exams. Your exams will include multiple-choice, short and long answer questions.

Your exams will be at an exam centre near to you. We will aim to find you a place within 50 miles of your postcode, subject to centre capacity and exam availability. 

You’ll be expected to demonstrate your knowledge of key scientific theory and apply them accurately to the context provided.

Upon completion of the course, you will have the knowledge required to study Physics at a higher level.

Getting Started

Studying an A Level through an online learning provider allows you to study from the comfort of your own home. You won’t have to worry about getting to class or covering shifts as it doesn’t impact your existing commitments. And there are no classes to attend.

Note that while your course material can be studied online, your practical lessons will be carried out in a classroom setting so will need to be booked in advance.

Therefore you’re able to structure your learning in a way that suits you. You’re in complete control of when you learn and how you learn as well as how fast (or slow) you learn. The only specific deadline to work towards is your exam – exam sittings are held once per year in May or June.

However, just because it’s a more independent learning style doesn’t mean you’re alone. At Stonebridge Associated Colleges we have tutors to guide you through your learning. They will be on hand 24/7 to help when needed and give constructive feedback on your assignments.

Ultimately this allows you to study and complete your A Level in Physics in a manner that doesn’t impact your lifestyle or commitments so your approach to learning is never hindered.

As you progress through your course, you will study the following modules:

• Introduction to Physics
• Measurements and their errors
• Particles and radiation
• Waves
• Mechanics and materials
• Electricity
• Further mechanics and thermal physics
• Fields and their consequences
• Nuclear physics
• Astrophysics
• Medical physics
• Engineering physics
• Turning points in physics
• Electronics

At the end of each unit there is an assignment to complete. Once this has been completed and submitted to your tutor he or she will respond with your grade as well as detailed feedback. Following successful completion of each unit you’ll be exam ready!