Physics

Course summary

Alongside further developing knowledge and understanding in Physics this course also develops scientific enquiry skills, skills in communication and analytical skills to ensure successful application of acquired knowledge. Unit 1: Measurements and their errors Unit 2: Particles and Radiation Unit 3: Waves Unit 4: Mechanics and Materials Unit 5: Electricity Unit 6: Further Mechanics and Thermal Physics Unit 7: Fields and their consequences Unit 8: Nuclear Physics Optional units: students will study one of the following in Year 13: Unit 9: Astrophysics Unit 10: Medical Physics Unit 11: Engineering Physics Unit 12: Turning points in Physics Unit 13: Electronics