Physics
Our future is based on new discoveries and Physics students are at the forefront of that path.
Physics is the science of nature in the broadest sense. By learning the fundamental laws that govern our universe, Physics allows us to discover new materials and technologies, from fibre optic cables to quantum computing, whilst discovering where we came from through studying the stars.
- To understand how things work and why they are as they are.
- To learn to apply your knowledge and understanding of the world around you to a whole variety of situations.
- To develop problem-solving skills and to think in a logical manner.
You will study eight compulsory topics plus one option:
- Measurements and their errors.
- Particles and Radiation.
- Waves.
- Mechanics and Materials.
- Electricity.
- Further Mechanics and Thermal Physics.
- Fields and their consequences.
- Nuclear Physics.
- Option from Astrophysics, Medical Physics, Engineering Physics, Turning Points in Physics and Electronics.
There will also be opportunities to learn outside the classroom, with visits previously to CERN in Geneva, The Herschel Museum of Astronomy and the Rutherford Laboratory.*
Employers value the problem-solving and analytical aspects of the Course, in a disciplined, studious way. It leads to many further education courses, especially in Science, Engineering, Pharmacy and Medicine, and also high paid careers within Industry, Business, the Armed Forces, Finance and Computing.
SPECIFIC COURSE REQUIREMENTS
GCSE Grade 6 or above in Physics or GCSE Grade 66 or above in Combined Science. GCSE Grade 4 or above in English Language and GCSE Grade 6 or above in Maths. It is strongly recommended to study A Level Maths alongside Physics.