A2 Level Physics

Summary of course content

This course allows you to explore the phenomena of the universe with theories and practical experiments to test various ideas. Physics is more than a complex subject – it will train your brain to find new ideas to explore and think beyond boundaries. If you choose Physics as one of your subjects, you will demonstrate in your portfolio a strong analytical skill applicable to real-life situations. Are abstract ideas your favourites? Then we suggest you complete your choices with Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science or Economics.

This course aims to enable students to:

• acquire knowledge and understanding and develop practical skills, including efficient, accurate and safe scientific practices
• learn to apply the scientific method, while developing an awareness of the limitations of scientific theories and models
• develop skills in data analysis, evaluation and drawing conclusions, cultivating attitudes relevant to science such as objectivity, integrity, enquiry, initiative and inventiveness
• develop effective scientific communication skills, using appropriate terminology and scientific conventions
• understand their responsibility to others/society and to care for the environment
• enjoy science and develop an informed interest in the subject that may lead to further study

Candidates for Cambridge International AS Level Physics study the following topics:

• Physical quantities and units
• Measurement techniques
• Kinematics
• Dynamics
• Forces, density and pressure
• Work, energy and power
• Deformation of solids
• Waves
• Superposition
• Electric fields
• Current of electricity
• D.C. circuits
• Particle and nuclear physics