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Physics
Staff
- Mr N. Blance (PT)
Department
The department has one full time physics teacher
Courses
Course Choice
BGE
Senior Phase
BGE
S3
In S3, pupils study physics at BGE L4 and National 4 physics.
This comprises 3 units which lead directly into N5 in S4
- Electricity and Energy
- Waves and Radiation
- Dynamics and Space
| National 5 | Advanced Higher |
| Higher |
From National 5 to Advanced Higher level, pupils study Physics 5 periods per week. These courses are built upon a mix of theoretical concepts and practical skills:
To achieve a pass, pupils will have to pass the SQA exam.
Links
Individual pupils can access their work and resources through Microsoft team using their Glow account.
N5 Higher and Advanced Higher courses are available as online learning using SCHOLAR which can be accessed via GLOW or directly through the Scholar website.
All levels of courses are offered on BBC Bitesize.
Past papers are available on the SQA website for senior pupils eager to revise.
Last Updated on 9th January 2023 by F Sinclair
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