The Stage 6 Physics course involves the study of matter and its motion through space and time, along with related concepts that include energy and force. Physics deals with the study of phenomena on scales of space and time – from nuclear particles and their interactions up to the size and age of the Universe. This allows students to better understand the physical world and how it works, appreciate the uniqueness of the Universe, and participate in navigating and influencing the future.
The problem-solving nature of physics further develops students’ Working Scientifically skills by focusing on the exploration of models and the analysis of theories and laws, which promotes an understanding of the connectedness of seemingly dissimilar phenomena.
Modules
Module 1 – Kinematics
Module 2 – Dynamics
Module 3 – Waves and Thermodynamics
Module 4 – Electricity and Magnetism
Assessment Tasks
Task 1 – Depth Study
Year 11 Assessment Task Physics Assessment of Skills learnt in Depth Study
Task 2 – Practical Test
Task 3 – Yearly Examination
Modules
Module 5 – Physics Skills
Module 6 – Space
Module 7 – Motors and Generators
Module 8 – From Ideas to Implementation
Assessment Tasks
Task 1 – Depth Study
Task 2 – Modules’ Test
Task 3 – Practical Test
Task 4 – Yearly Examination