L3 Physics - Full Year

Course Overview

The Level Three Physics Course is for students who are interested in science and wish to widen their understanding of the principles relevant in the physical world and further develop their problem solving skills.

Goals:

1. Promote a view of physics as a human activity, including its applications, technological developments and relevance to the lives of people.

2. Develop student’s knowledge and understanding of physical phenomena.

3. Develop student’s skills of investigation and inquiry.

4. To provide a course that allows students to gain UE and have a solid basis for further study

Core topics that will be covered are:

Mechanics (external - 6 credits), Physics Investigation (internal - 4 credits)

With the following to be offered to suit the individual needs of students:

Waves (External - 4 credits), Modern Physics (internal - 3 credits), Application of Physics (internal - 3 credits)