What Are the Best Textbooks for a Comprehensive 3-Year BSc Physics Course?

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The discussion centers on identifying the best textbooks for a comprehensive 3-year BSc Physics course. Participants recommend "The Feynman Lectures on Physics," which are freely available online and cover a wide range of topics effectively. Another suggested title is "The Road to Reality" by Roger Penrose, although its relevance is questioned in light of the Feynman Lectures. Overall, the Feynman Lectures are deemed a primary resource for students seeking a readable and thorough understanding of physics.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of A-Level Physics concepts
  • Familiarity with basic mathematics and further mathematics
  • Knowledge of key physics topics such as mechanics, electromagnetism, and thermodynamics
  • Access to online educational resources
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore "The Feynman Lectures on Physics" for a comprehensive overview of physics topics
  • Read "The Road to Reality" by Roger Penrose for advanced insights into theoretical physics
  • Investigate supplementary textbooks that align with BSc Physics curricula
  • Review online platforms offering free physics resources and lectures
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Students in A-Level or undergraduate physics programs, educators seeking teaching resources, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of physics through recommended literature.

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I like reading. I am currently in alevels but I find the physics and most of the maths easy, some of the further maths takes a bit of thinking. Are there any textbooks that cover the majority of the 3 year bsc physics course in a readable way.

Thank you.
 
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yup790 said:
I like reading. I am currently in alevels but I find the physics and most of the maths easy, some of the further maths takes a bit of thinking. Are there any textbooks that cover the majority of the 3 year bsc physics course in a readable way.

Thank you.
Something that may be worth reading are the Feynman lectures, which are freely available online here.
 
my school has those. Are there any areas they don't cover?
 
I looked at them, they seem to cover every area i can name, that's good.

I was going to get the road to reality by roger penrose, but this now seems obsolete after the fynman lectures. Is it?
 

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