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Physics
STUDY LEVEL CONTACT DETAILS
A level Gary Brawn, Head of Department
[email protected]
Physics is about unravelling the universe to try and find out how it works. From
observing the furthest stars to the inner secrets of the nucleus, physics has been at
the heart of most advances in technology. Come and discover.
What will I study?
Physics is an exciting and
challenging subject to study,
requiring an enquiring mind and
clear thinking. The course allows
you to learn about the fundamental
ideas in Physics and their application
in technological settings. It shows
how Physics is used and its place
in today’s world. The course is
very mathematical and involves
describing and explaining physical
phenomena. You will have the
opportunity to develop practical,
data-handling and ICT skills.
Topics you will cover are wide-
ranging but include: electricity,
materials, wave and quantum
behaviour, astrophysics, mechanics
and medical physics. You will also
study radioactivity, atoms, electric
and magnetic fields, atomic, nuclear
and sub-nuclear structure.
Co-curricular activities?
The physics department offers a
number of enrichment opportunities
for students each year. Recent
activities have included a trip to the
Daresbury Laboratory. We also take
part in a Physics Olympics event at
Liverpool University and the British
Physics Olympiad competition and
AS Challenge.
Where might it lead?
The skills that you gain through
studying Physics are in high demand
in the world beyond College. Physics
A level is a well-respected ac