Physics

High grades at GCSE including Grade 7+ in GCSE Science and GCSE Mathematics
A willingness to think around problems and enjoy the challenge of using scientific knowledge in new situations
Have an interest in all science subjects and enjoy maths

A Level Physics is an extremely valuable qualification that can form the basis for any scientific discipline.
Physics combines well with maths as an excellent basis for a degree in any physical science or engineering discipline such as electrical, mechanical, civic, or chemical.
The numerical and analytical skills developed on the Physics course are highly valuable for careers in medicine, architecture, accountancy and computing.

Development of Practical Skills in Physics

Skills are assessed through practical work and as part of the examination papers.

Foundations in Physics

Physical quantities and Units, Scalars and Vectors, Measurements.

Forces and Motion

Motion, Forces in action, Work, Energy and Power, Materials, Newton’s Laws of Motion,

Momentum.

Newtonian World and Astrophysics

Thermal Physics, Circular Motion, Oscillations, Gravitational fields, Astrophysics.

Electrons, Waves and Photons

Charge and Current, Energy, Power and Resistance, Electrical Circuits, Waves, Quantum

Physics.

Particles and Medical Physics

Capacitors, Electric fields, Electromagnets, Nuclear and Particle Physics, Medical Imaging.

Contact Dr Little to discuss further
clittle@stjohns.bhcet.org.uk