A Level
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WHAT IS PHYSICS? WHAT WILL YOU STUDY?
Perhaps you want to know what
makes the universe tick, or you are
considering a career in Mechanical
Engineering, Cosmology or Medical
Physics. An understanding of Physics
underpins the technology that puts
satellites into orbit, makes the internet
possible, revolutionises medicine, and it
is behind the technology that will shape
tomorrow’s innovations. This course will provide you with the
concepts and mathematical tools for a
deep understanding of modern physics.
Your first year will consist of five topic
areas: Particles and Radiation, Waves,
Mechanics and Materials, Electricity
and Practical and Measurement Skills.
Within these topics you will learn about
subatomic particles like the quark and the
neutrino, gain a basic understanding of
quantum theory and current electricity,
and cover forces and mechanics
including projectile motion.
Physics is unique. No other subject
allows you to gain such a deep
understanding of the way the world
works. Physics is both the everyday and
extraordinary, from explaining why the
sky is blue, to understanding quantum
theory and Einstein’s relativity. A Level
Physics combines practical investigations
and experiments with theoretical ideas,
giving you the skills to logically analyse
and solve problems; skills which can
be applied to any scientific or
mathematical challenge.
WHAT NEXT?
An A Level in Physics is highly regarded
by employers and universities. Our
students go onto study a wide range of
courses including Physics based courses
such as Astrophysics and Cosmology
to Aeronautical, Motorsport or
Acoustic Engineering, Medical Physics,
Architecture, Geophysics and Computing.
WHAT OTHER SUBJECTS GO
WELL WITH THIS SUBJECT?
Maths, Chemistry, Computing.
Physics
CAREERS
• Architecture
• Computing
• Aeronautical
engineering
• Acoustic engineering
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DID YOU KNOW?
Water can boil and freeze
at the same time. It is
called the ‘triple point.’
“ I got the amazing opportunity to visit CERN
with Physics, which was fantastic. I have also
enjoyed working with other students in my
favourite subjects, Newman has been a great
place to learn and make new friends. After
college I hope to go to either Durham or St
Andrews university.”
Jamie Edwards
SCHOOL: Priory
SUBJECTS: A Levels in Maths, Further Maths, Physics and Economics