PHYSICS 31F - Full Year
PHY31F Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs S. Hanlon, Mr D. Williams.
Recommended Prior LearningOne merit grade or 2 achieved grades in Level 2 Physics external examinations or equivalent. Credits from CAA in numeracy and literacy or equivalent.
Physics is the fundamental description of the physical world we live in. Students will study various aspects of Physics from mechanics to modern physics.
This course provides a minimum of 16 credits towards NCEA Level 3 and if a student achieves 14 Level 3 credits in this course it will be counted as an approved subject for University Entrance. The standards covered will be chosen from the list below
Future Possibilities
Physics is essential for a huge range of careers including all aspects of engineering, hi-tech industries such as software development and IT, medicine, being a pilot, forensics, electronics and architecture. This course is essential for those wishing to pursue Engineering or Sciences at University and it is highly recommended for those wishing to pursue Health Sciences.
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