Physics

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,  links and investigations

My World of Work

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