PHYSICS
Welcome to Petroc PACE +
A Level Physics
The information on this page will give you a flavour of what life is like studying Physics A Level at Petroc and help to expand your knowledge. Take a look around!
Start by watching the welcome presentation from one of our our lecturers, David Waters, and learn what content you will be learning on the course.
You can also find an activity to try at home - Research the Joule, the Watt and the Coulomb
Once you are finished check out what else Petroc has to offer on the Life at Petroc page.
June Content
Welcome to A Level Physics!
An activity for you to try at home
We would like you to research the Joule, the Watt and the Coulomb.
Who invented them? What are their key ideas? Their key inventions? (You will meet several of these next year!)
What our students say about Physics A-Level
Jess, a previous A Level learner studying Maths, Further Maths, Physics and Geography, chose to study at Petroc after attending a taster day with her school. When discussing her A Level choices, she said:
I enjoyed the physical aspects of geography, learning about natural and tectonic processes. In physics, expanding on GCSE knowledge of circuits and electricity was really interesting. I really enjoyed engaging with the practical assessments as they were a good test of theoretical knowledge. I enjoyed the open schedule the college provided as it gave plenty of time to do independent study between classes. My aim is to be a Chartered Engineer after first studying Civil and Structural Engineering at Leeds University."
July Content
August Content
Watch the video (below) to view the August activity!
Physics - August Pace activity.mp4