Physics

Assessment

Throughout the 2 years at A’ level, students will gain the necessary practical skills to complete the course as well as study a range of topics including: • motion • forces in action • work and energy • electrical circuits • waves • simple harmonic motion • quantum physics • Newton’s laws and momentum • circular motion and oscillations • thermal physics • electric and magnetic fields • nuclear physics • medical imaging and modelling the universe. There is a large mathematical content to the course and at every stage mathematics is used to describe the nature of the physical world. Equations are used throughout the course to represent the relationships between different phenomenons as we build up an understanding of cause and effect within the universe. The ability to use and manipulate these equations becomes a fundamental skill which is continually developed.