Physics

Course summary

Physics helps us to understand how the world around us works, from can openers, light bulbs and cell phones to muscles, lungs and brains; from paints, piccolos and pirouettes to cameras, cars and cathedrals; from earthquakes, tsunamis and hurricanes to quarks, DNA and black holes. Physics helps us to organise the universe. It deals with fundamentals, and helps us to see the connections between seemly disparate phenomena. Physics is the basis for most modern technology, and for the tools and instruments used in scientific, engineering and medical research and development. Manufacturing is dominated by physics-based technology. Physics helps you to develop really useful skills such as problem solving, lateral, analytical and creative thinking, as well as building a good level of mathematical ability.