Glendowie College
13 Physics
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Year 13 (2025) students are required to attend Subject Confirmation on Thursday 23 January to finalise their timetable.
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr A. Wallace.
Objectives
In their study of Physics, students will use their developing scientific knowledge, skills, and attitudes to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of concepts, principles and models.
- Apply concepts and principles to explain physical phenomena, systems and devices.
- Appreciate the power and limitations of theories and models in Physics.
- Analyse developments in Physics and physics-based applications and the influence of society on them.
Content
- Mechanical systems.
- Mechanical systems in context.
- Electrical systems.
- Modern Physics.
- Wave systems (Optional).
Students may choose to enter the Waves external, although the content for this topic will not be explicitly taught throughout the learning programme. Students opting for the Waves external must communicate this to their teacher, and may ask for help during revision time or at Science Help. If students do not sit Waves, the maximum credits available is 18.
Recommended Prior Learning
At least 12 credits in NCEA Level 2 Physics.
Subject and Associated Costs
Course Costs: $64.00 ESA Learning Workbook Level 3 Physics externals, Revision Scipad, login for Education Perfect online learning (covers all Sciences at Level 3).
Associated Costs: $62.00 (approx.) Rainbows End field trip.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This subject is eligible for subject endorsement.
This subject is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Physics 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of physics to a selected context
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
NZQA Info
Physics 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of mechanical systems
NZQA Info
Physics 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of Modern Physics
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
NZQA Info
Physics 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of electrical systems
Optional Assessments
This is an optional standard in this subject. Your full programme of learning will be negotiated with your teacher.
External
NZQA Info
Physics 3.3 - Demonstrate understanding of wave systems
Pathway Tags
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Disclaimer
It is important that you complete your option selection by the due date to enable you to have your preferred course of study. Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry will be confirmed at the beginning of the school year.
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