Electronics A Level

Exam Board: AQA Fast Track: No Daytime: Cheltenham Evening: No Exams: AS Unit 1 Introductory Electronics 1 hour 17.5% Unit 2 Further Electronics 1 hour 17.5% Unit 3 Practical System Development coursework 15.0% A2 Unit 4 Programmable Control Systems 1½ hours 17.5% Unit 5 Communication Systems 1½ hours 17.5% Unit 6 Practical System Development coursework 15.0% Where will this qualification take me? The knowledge and skills acquired through the study of AQA Electronics form a sound base, not only for taking the subject further, but also for employment in the scientific and technological professions. What will I be doing on the course? The specification applies basic electronic principles and a systems approach in order to lift the lid on many modern electronic systems encountered in everyday life. It reflects up-to-date practice, encourages a safe approach to using electronic systems, and promotes an awareness of the social, economic and cultural impact of Electronics.

For full time students the course will form part of a larger programme of study which consists of timetabled sessions, enrichment activities, work experience and private study time. To achieve this a student will normally be asked to select from columns of the 6th Form matrix in each year of study. If a student falls below this programme requirement they may be classed as part time by some external agencies and may be required to pay fees for their tuition and/or exams. Please check with the tutor at interview that the subjects you have selected form a full-time programme. Every full time 6th Form student will have a personal tutor and will study a tutorial programme. The tutor will be responsible for the pastoral care of the student and for the tracking and monitoring of their progress on the course. This subject can be selected on its own for part time study for which tuition fees may be payable (please consult Student Services for fee concessions). Part time students may also be required to pay exam fees. You may have the opportunity to go on trips during the year. A small charge will be payable for these visits.

AS - 5 x GCSEs at Grade A* to C in different subjects to include English Language, science and a minimum Grade B in maths A2 - successful completion of AS Electronics at Grade A to C plus a good reference

Progression from GCSEs will normally be to AS Level (or equivalent vocational course) or to employment. Progression from AS Level will normally be to A2, and then on to employment or Higher Education

97.1% pass rate A* - E at A2 in June 2012, with 100% pass in 18 subjects

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