Clayesmore Sixth Form Prospectus Final

A Level Physics focuses on solving problems concerning the way the physical world works, from the scale of the universe to the inside of the nucleus. You learn how both numerical data and abstract thought can be used to explain and compare observed phenomena and you also learn about the limitations of measurements, and the applicability of theories, models and formulae. We look at how theories and ideas have evolved and changed and at the need for theory and experiment to be mutually supportive. UNITS Compulsory: 1. Measurements and their errors. 2. Particles and radiation. 3. Waves. 4. Mechanics and materials. 5. Electricity. 6. Further mechanics and thermal physics. 7. Fields and their consequences. 8. Nuclear physics. Chosen option: 9. Astrophysics. METHOD OFASSESSMENT Three examinations 1. Paper 1: 2 hours, 34% of A Level (Sections 1 to 5 and 6.1 (Periodic motion)) 2. Paper 2: 2 hours, 34% of A Level (Sections 6.2 (Thermal Physics), 7 and 8) 3. Paper 3: 2 hours, 32% of A Level (Practical skills and data analysis and the chosen optional topic) FURTHER INFORMATION Either GCSE/IGCSE Physics or a GCSE/IGCSE Double Award Combined Science course is suitable preparation for this course. You will probably need a grade 6 or above in all your Physics modules. A good performance in GCSE Mathematics is also important. Studying A Level Mathematics is not essential but you may struggle without it. In Physics you will learn skills which are directly applicable in many careers. Engineering, Mathematics, Science, Medicine, Accountancy, Architecture and ICT are the obvious ones but many other jobs also have a fair share of people who have studied Physics. AQA, SPECIFICATION: A7408 PHYSICS PAPER 1: Introductory topics in Psychology 1. Social Influence - Why do we conform and obey? 2. Memory - How reliable are eyewitnesses? 3. Attachment - Do early attachments influence the way we live our lives? 4. Psychopathology - What causes OCD and Depression? PAPER 2: Psychology in context 1. Approaches in Psychology - Learning, Cognitive, Biological, Psychodynamic and Humanist. 2. Biopsychology - All about the brain. 3. Research Methods - How psychologists design research, collect and analyse data. PAPER 3: Issues and options in Psychology Issues and Debates in Psychology and 3 topics from a selection including: Schizophrenia Relationships Stress Aggression Forensic Psychology METHOD OFASSESSMENT Three examination papers each of 2 hours. The exams consist of short answer questions, application questions, and extended writing questions. FURTHER INFORMATION Psychology has relevance in many different disciplines across the sciences, social sciences and humanities. It can lead to many different career paths: physical and mental health, business, sport, media, criminology and counselling to name but a few. If you are interested in what makes you and other people ‘tick’ then this is the course for you! Psychology is the study of the mind and behaviour that helps us understand the world in which we live. Psychology provides students the opportunity to consider questions such as: • Why do our memories deceive us? • How do we classify normal and abnormal behaviour? • What makes someone a hero or a villain? • Why can stress cause us physical damage? • How can certain situations make people lose their moral judgement entirely? It is a Science subject which requires strong writing skills. It is an academic subject that is unique in that it complements a wide range of other subjects from the arts to the sciences. To gain a C or above you will almost certainly need at least a 6 in GCSE English and Mathematics/Science. AQA, SPECIFICATION: 7182 PSYCHOLOGY 35 CLAYESMORE | S I XTH FORM | PROS PECTUS 202 6 / 2 8 34 CLAYESMORE | S I XTH FORM | PROS PECTUS 202 6 / 2 8