Physics

Course summary

- To develop an interest in, and enthusiasm for, the subject - To develop competence and confidence in practical, mathematical and problem solving skills - To use theories, models and ideas to pose scientific questions, define scientific problems, present scientific arguments and scientific ideas - To understand how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society. Physics is a practical subject and throughout the course, students will carry out a wide range of practical activities to develop their skills and understanding, and to prepare them to study a physics-based subject at university. Year 1 topics include: Measurements and their errors; particles and radiation; waves; mechanics and materials; electricity. Year 2 topics include: Further mechanics and thermal physics; fields and their consequences; nuclear physics; turning points in physics.