Physics

Course summary

Physics at the college is proving to be a popular choice. The department has very good facilities and students have opportunities to carry out investigations and observe demonstrations that support the content of the course. The A Level Physics course introduces new topics as well as builds on previous studies in Physics. The aim is to understand scientific methods and gain awareness of advances in technology through a variety of theoretical and practical modules. Year 1: Foundations in physics, forces, and motion, electrons, waves, and photons Year 2: Newtonian world and astrophysics, particles and medical physics Development of practical skills takes place across the course