Physics

Course summary

A-Level Physics includes knowledge at all scales, from the diameter of an electron to the edge of the observable universe and aims to enable a student to develop the essential knowledge and understanding of each and how they relate to each other. A student will be encouraged to develop a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods and show competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills. A student will gain an understanding of how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society. The modules that a student will study are: - Working as a Physicist - Mechanics - Electric Circuits - Materials - Waves and Particle Nature of Light - Further Mechanics - Electric and Magnetic Fields - Nuclear and Particle Physics - Thermodynamics - Space - Nuclear Radiation - Gravitational Fields - Oscillations