Ashburton College Ashburton College

NCEA Level 3 Physics

13PHY
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: B. Bell.

Recommended Prior Learning

At least 14 Credits from Level 2 Physics or consultation with Head of Science Faculty. Students not gaining Merit grades or better in Level 2 are likely to struggle with the Level 3 course.


Content/Skills:

  • Research into real world Physics;
  • Modern Physics;
  • Waves and interference;
  • Mechanics; and
  • Electricity.

This course is a University Entrance approved subject.


Faculties:

Science



Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

- 1B5 exercise book or refill paper/ring binder/subject dividers
- scientific calculator


Disclaimer

For NCEA Levels 1, 2 & 3 courses will be made up of a selection of the stated standards. This will happen at the beginning of the year with the assigned teacher.