Physics
When you look at the night sky and wonder if there is life beyond us, then the answer lies in physics. Physics is the natural science that studies matter, its motion and behaviour through space and time, and the related entities of energy and force. Physics is one of the most fundamental scientific disciplines and its main goal is to understand how the universe behaves.
Look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Try to make sense of what you see, and wonder about what makes the universe exist. Be curious.
Physics is a practical subject and the department aims to teach as much of the material as possible through experimental exploration in all years. The department has a wide range of apparatus from the latest in deflection e/m tubes and digital video cameras through to the traditional apparatus needed for studying the classical ideas that will always form the basis of the subject. Teaching is similarly diverse with modern techniques such as mathematical modelling used whenever it will develop understanding of complex phenomena.
Physics offers Chase Grammar School students at GCSE and A-Level breadth and depth, and will provide a perfect opportunity for those pupils wishing to pursue Physics or a related degree at University.
Energy is liberated matter, matter is energy waiting to happen.
Physics at Chase Grammar School is offered at both GCSE and A-Level, providing depth and challenge for all learners. It’s an ideal pathway for those considering university study in Physics or any related STEM field.
We go beyond the classroom with:
Extension classes for individuals and small groups to stretch the most able students
Regular guest speakers and discussion forums
Participation in the British Physics Olympiad, with students frequently earning Gold Awards
Exciting field trips to destinations like CERN and Disneyland Paris, where we explore the physics behind roller coasters
Enrichment opportunities such as the CanSat project, where students build and launch miniature satellites
Energy is liberated matter.
Career Options
Career paths are varied for those studying Physics. Science is a major path for physicists, whether it is a pure science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) or an applied science (like biophysics or nanotechnology). Engineering, architecture, electronics, and various mechanical design courses can also be followed by Physics students. Physics students are in demand by financial institutions after graduation as the skills they develop are used, for example, as part of predictive modelling of stock markets. The same skills can also be used in areas not initially associated with Physics, such as Law.