A-Level / IA-Level Physics including exams

About the Course

Overview of the Course:

Deepen your knowledge of fundamental scientific concepts

Explore topics ranging from Particle Physics to Astrophysics

Discover the mechanisms behind the universe's functioning

Complete the A/iA Level within as little as 12 months

Progress to university-level studies

Access both course materials and exams through this bundle

Studying Physics at This Level

This course allows you to dive into the phenomena of the universe and the theories that explain them.

Throughout the course, you’ll explore various branches of Physics, including Particles and Radiation, Nuclear Physics, Astrophysics, and Mechanics.

You will study a range of topics such as supernovas, black holes, molecular kinetic theory, quarks, and antiquarks.

By engaging with these topics, you’ll develop a solid understanding of the core principles of Physics, preparing you to formulate your own hypotheses as you continue your studies.

This course bundle provides you with all the necessary A Level and iA Level Physics materials, along with the exams required for qualification.

The exams will encompass everything from periodic motion to thermal physics and other related topics, and will be presented as multiple-choice, short-answer, and long-answer questions.

Once the course is completed, you’ll possess the knowledge to further pursue Physics at a university level and beyond.

Getting Started:

Learndirect is one of the UK's top providers of distance learning, making us experts in delivering comprehensive Physics courses.

You can tailor your learning around personal commitments such as work or family life, with no need for physical classrooms or fixed schedules.

Since the course is entirely online, you can progress at your own pace, completing it as quickly or slowly as you prefer. The only fixed deadline is your exam, which is held once a year in May or June for A Levels, and twice a year (in summer and autumn) for iA Levels.

Once you’ve enrolled, you’ll have access to all the necessary learning materials through our online portal, and you can begin immediately.

You’ll also have the support of a dedicated tutor throughout the course, providing feedback on assignments and offering guidance when needed.

This flexible structure ensures you can complete your A/iA Level in Physics in a way that suits your lifestyle and learning preferences.

Career Prospects:

An A Level or iA Level in Physics can open doors to university studies in Physics. However, each university may have specific entry requirements, so make sure to check the necessary grades for both Physics and related subjects.

Important Information:

You won’t be able to book your exam until all course fees are paid in full, including any additional charges as stated in your original contract.

Courses funded through our partner Premium Credit Limited must be settled directly with them.

Modules

Core Topics

-Measurement Techniques and Errors: Understanding how measurements are taken, their limitations, and how to account for uncertainties and inaccuracies in scientific data.

-Particles and Radiation: Exploring the properties of particles such as electrons, protons, and neutrons, and the different types of radiation, including alpha, beta, and gamma radiation.

-Wave Theory: Studying the behavior of waves, including light, sound, and electromagnetic waves, and understanding concepts like interference, diffraction, and wave-particle duality.

-Mechanics and Material Science: Investigating the motion of objects, the forces acting on them, and how materials respond to different forces and stresses.

-Electricity: Focusing on electric circuits, current, voltage, resistance, and the behavior of electrical components like resistors and capacitors.

-Advanced Mechanics and Thermal Physics: Delving deeper into forces, energy, motion, and the principles of thermodynamics and heat transfer.

-Fields and Their Effects: Studying different types of fields, including gravitational, electric, and magnetic fields, and how they affect matter and energy.

-Nuclear Physics: Examining the structure and behavior of atomic nuclei, including nuclear reactions, fission, and fusion.

Elective Topics

-Astrophysics: Investigating the universe's structure and the forces that govern celestial bodies, such as stars, black holes, galaxies, and the cosmos as a whole.

-Medical Physics: Applying physics in healthcare to improve medical technologies like imaging devices, radiation therapy, and treatment techniques.

-Engineering Physics: Merging physics with engineering to address challenges in technology, manufacturing, and energy production, applying scientific principles to practical problems.

-Key Milestones in Physics: Focusing on the most pivotal discoveries and theories in the history of physics, such as quantum mechanics, relativity, and the development of the Standard Model.

-Electronics: Understanding the design and function of electronic circuits, components, and devices, and their applications in creating modern technological systems.

Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements, though having a GCSE or IGCSE in this subject would be advantageous. To qualify for the exams, you must complete at least 50% of the course and pass the related assignments.

Average Completion TimeframeThe typical duration to complete the course is approximately 2 years.

Assessment RequirementsAssessment is based on written exams.

ExamsThe exam process will be managed by one of our exam partners, who will provide the exam centre. If you choose to sit the exams at a centre that is not part of our partner network, an additional exam centre finder fee will apply.

Is Membership Required?No membership is needed to enroll in this course.

Additional RequirementsWhen booking exams, learners will select between A Level and iA Level. Full details of both options are provided in the course materials.

Certification TimelineOnce you receive your results, your certificate will be issued within 3 months.

Extension PolicyThe course may be extended once, for a maximum of 12 months.

Course FeesAll course fees, including payment plans like the Premium Credit Limited option, must be fully paid before you can book your exams.

You will have access to the course for a period of 24 months.

Assessment

At the end of each unit, you will complete a Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA). This assignment is submitted online to your tutor for evaluation. After assessment, your tutor will return your work with the final grade and feedback. Once you've passed all assignments, you'll be ready to sit for the exam!

IMPORTANT NOTE:You will not be able to book your exam until all outstanding course fees are fully paid, including any additional charges specified in your original contract.

For courses funded through our partner, Premium Credit Limited, payments should be made directly to them.

Qualifications

If you choose to sit for the exams at the end of the course and successfully pass, you will earn either an A Level or an iA Level in Physics. This qualification will open the door for you to advance to further and higher education opportunities.