Physics

Course summary

• To develop the student’s interest in, and enthusiasm for Physics, including developing an interest in further study and careers in the subject. • To appreciate how society makes decisions that contribute to the success of the economy and society. • To develop and demonstrate a deeper appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of how science works. • To develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other. Course Content • Measurements and their errors • Particles and radiation • Waves • Mechanics and materials • Electricity • Further mechanics and thermal physics • Fields and their consequences • Nuclear physics • Astrophysics • Medical physics • Engineering physics • Turning points in physics • Electronics