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Bridging the Gap
This work will not be submitted but will provide a good foundation of knowledge that will give you a positive start with your course.
Prior Knowledge
Prior Knowledge
The following topics will need to be revised from GCSE, for each I have put a BBC Bitesize link to help you, but feel free to use any resource that you find useful.
Vectors and Scalars
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/zpqngdm/revision/1
Trigonometry and Pythagoras
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/ztj6y4j/revision/1
Standard Form
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/zxsv97h/revision/1
Resolving Vectors
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/zgncjty/revision/5
Energy Stores
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/z8hsrwx/revision/1
Wave equation & Wave properties
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/zgf97p3/revision/1
EM Spectrum
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/z9bw6yc/revision/3
Further Reading
Further Reading
Physics.pdfClick the icons to visit the highlighted reading material.
Transition Work
This work is to be completed before starting your course. The work will be set on Taster Day and due in during the first full week of College. This work will be assessed alongside subject assessments and Attitude to Learning.
Task Overview
Task Overview
Answer the 30 multiple choice questions on the google form provided.
Questions are linked to GCSE level Physics, but will be demanding and require thought and effort. Show the working out for mathematical questions.
The questions are on the PDF below but please complete the Google Form.
PHYSICS TRANSITION WORK 2026.pdfWork to be Submitted
Work to be Submitted
Submit answers to the 30 questions using the google form. Keep a paper copy of your answers, along with any workings out shown to be handed in during physics lessons.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHFJDYZR6warFG7l4tJNtHWxkdl97ijRig_NnBC8WS_MJntw/viewform
Preparation for September
Find below the guidance on what will be required from September for your subjects. Subject textbooks are listed in priority order. Please see guidance before purchasing any textbooks.
Folders & Organisation
Folders & Organisation
At least 1 large lever arch folder with dividers to hold all work, which can be separated out into unit areas.
Pupils may wish to have this at home, and bring a smaller working folder in that has the work from the current term / topic being taught. This can then be stored in the larger folder for revision when complete and moved on from.
Subject Textbooks
Subject Textbooks
AQA Physics Second Edition A Level Year 1
OUP Oxford
ISBN: 978-0198351863
OR
AQA Physics Second Edition A Level
OUP Oxford
ISBN:978-0198351870
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