Physics

Course summary

Physics is the study of the world and indeed the Universe around us. The A-level course links topics together to give a foundation of knowledge that leads on to an appreciation of the Physics involved in engineering and many application in the wider world. Over the two year course, students cover 5 main topics and one optional topic (currently we study Astrophysics as the Option). Topics: Particles and quantum phenomena Electricity Waves Mechanics Circular motion and simple harmonic motion Fields Nuclear Physics Kinetic theory