Physics ATAR

Required: C grade in Year 10 ACE/Advanced Science or A in General Science. Any grade from ACE/Extension Mathematics or B grade in General Mathematics.

Recommended: B grade in ACE/Advanced Science and a C grade in ACE/Extension Mathematics.

If you would like to see the Prerequisites page please click HERE.

Physics is a fundamental science that endeavours to explain all the natural phenomena that occur in the universe. Its power lies in the use of a comparatively small number of assumptions, models, laws and theories to explain a wide range of phenomena, from the incredibly small to the incredibly large. Students will explore the major ideas related to scientific method, ionizing radiation, nuclear reactions, electrical circuits, motion, electromagnetism, quantum theory, special relativity and the standard model. The ATAR Physics course will provide an understanding and skills for those students who wish to pursue tertiary study in science, or careers in engineering, medicine, meteorology, environmental science, astronomy, science education and technology.

• Potential course updates for 2024!
• Syllabus and other SCSA documentation can be found at HERE
• A chart showing a selection of occupations that involve the study of Physics, including the training levels required, can be found HERE

Physics provides a greater understanding of the fundamental theories that contribute to the functioning of the world in which we live. Through a range of hands-on activities this ATAR course develops your problem solving skills and assists in the understanding of concepts relating to other subject areas, including science and mathematics. This course also widens opportunities for various university courses as it is a desirable prerequisite. Kysharnie Mosconi, Class of 2019

Year 12 Physics ATAR To access the syllabus for this subject please click HERE.