Physics Year 12, Need Some Advice

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The discussion centers on a student preparing to take Year 12 Physics without prior experience in Year 11 Physics. The student expresses a strong interest in the subject and a solid background in Introductory Calculus. Respondents suggest that the student likely covered essential material in combined science during Year 11, which should suffice for Year 12 Physics. They emphasize that while AS-Level mathematics is not a requirement for AS-Level physics, taking it—especially with a focus on Mechanics—would be beneficial. For course outlines, they recommend checking the exam board's website and consulting with physics teachers for guidance. Additionally, a brief review of key physics concepts like vectors, kinematics, and energy can be found on educational sites like SparkNotes. Overall, the advice highlights the importance of logical thinking and common sense in succeeding in physics.
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Hey Guys,

Well, I've decided to do Physics In year 12, but i haven't done it in year 11. Now I've always been interested in physics a whole deal and i did particulary well in Introductory Calculus in year 11, what i was wondering is in preparation for year 12 physics, do you guys/girls have any sites i could use for revision and an outline of the course.

Please and Thank you

:)
 
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Mattyrawr said:
Hey Guys,

Well, I've decided to do Physics In year 12, but i haven't done it in year 11. Now I've always been interested in physics a whole deal and i did particulary well in Introductory Calculus in year 11, what i was wondering is in preparation for year 12 physics, do you guys/girls have any sites i could use for revision and an outline of the course.

Please and Thank you

:)
Welcome to PF Matty.

You say that you haven't done physics in year eleven, but I'm sure that you did some kind of combined science - perhaps the GCSE Double award? If this is the case, then you will have covered all the pre-requisite material in your GCSE. With respect to the Mathematics aspect of AS-Level physics there is very little you need to know above and beyond GCSE maths. That said, even though AS-Level mathematics isn't a requirement for AS-Level physics I would recommend taking at least AS-Level mathematics, with the Mechanics option if it is available to you. This will really help when it comes to the mathematics aspect of AS-Level physics, you'll cover the required methods in far greater detail than is required for the physics course and the physics should seem easy to you.

With respect to a course outline, check out your exam board's website (AQA, EdExcel etc.). Exam boards usually post course specifications on their website. I would also recommend going and speaker to one of your physics teachers, they'll probably be able to advise you best as to what to expect from AS-Level physics.
 
You don't need to prepare much for Physics, as long as you have common sense and you can think logically you're good.

If you want a quick review of vectors, kinematics, momentum, energy/work, have a 5 minute look at www.sparknotes.com
 
aha, alrighty guys, thanks for the help very much appreciated.

:)
 

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