Part of the Science Faculty comprising Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
“Physics gives candidates an insight into the underlying nature of our world and its place in the universe. From the sources of the energy we use, to the exploration of space, it covers a range of applications of the relationships that have been discovered through experiment and calculation, including those used in modern technology. An experimental and investigative approach is used to develop knowledge and understanding of physics concepts.
National 5 Physics, SQA, 2019
Broad General Education
Physics is taught as part of the Senior Phase of school education, but some topics are introduced in the Science element of Curriculum for Excellence.
Qualifications
Nat 4 Physics (In a nutshell)
Nat 5 Physics (In a nutshell)
Higher Physics (In a nutshell)
SQA – past papers
Additional information
Resources, Â links and investigations
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