Remove: Mains electricity; Radioactivity and nuclear physics; Thermal energy and insulation; Light and its role in digital communication; Electromagnetism; Bodies in motion; Cosmology. Hundred: Forces and motion; Work, power and energy; Electrical circuits; Fission, fusion and half life; Electromagnetic induction; Solids, liquids and gases; Momentum; Transformers and the National Grid. Pupils are currently issued with the textbook Physics for Edexcel International GCSE by Nick England. Further information is available from the Head of Physics.
Astronomy Edexcel GCSE (1AS0) This subject is offered as a full GCSE option. It should be considered by those pupils who have a deep interest in the subject and want to add a fourth science to their GCSE portfolio. The course is structured in five lessons per fortnight and allocated two preps a week. The examination consists of two papers each of 105 minutes; these papers count for 100% of the available marks. However, there is also a requirement to complete two observational projects. Observing can take place at any time over the course including holidays but Tuesday and Thursday evenings in term time are set aside for this and one observing session will count as a prep. If access to the Dome is not allowed, observations may be made by staff and accessed via live-streaming. The body of knowledge to be assimilated, and the level of analysis that GCSE Astronomy questions demand, combined with the extensive subject specific terminology required, make this subject rather more demanding than other Science (I)GCSEs. The subject is open to all interested pupils with the motivation and potential to benefit from the course. Indeed, enthusiasm for Astronomy is the key to success in this GCSE. A degree of ability in mathematics is desirable. 28
