• academically challenging
• a training in numerate problem solving
• highly thought of on a CV

To do well, you need to enjoy thinking deeply about the workings of the world, from the most fundamental particles to the dynamics of the entire universe.

AS and A2
We now teach Physics through relevant contexts such as recording music, food production, Archaeology and Cosmology.

We aim to teach well beyond the syllabus - both to widen students' vision and to enhance exam performance. We also reach beyond the bounds of Radley with visits to manufacturing companies, research laboratories and even theme parks.

The Coursework component encourages considerable independence and allows students to research and investigate subjects of their own choosing - be that freefall parachuting or firewalking!

Requirements
Most Radley boys are able to do Physics; most will know from IGCSE if they have the right aptitude to succeed. However, it is worth stressing that Boys not doing Maths A Level will find Physics very difficult. Physics can be successfully combined with almost any other subject, but most of our best students will pursue two or even three Sciences in combination.

After A level
An A Level Physics pass is:

• essential for
  • Engineering
  • Physical Sciences
  • Electronics
• invaluable to intending
  • Doctors
  • Archaeologists
  • Geologists
  • Computer Scientists
  • Geographers
  • Economists

Good Physicists are sought after by:

• The better universities, have recently made quite low offers to Radleians for Engineering and Physical Sciences
• People with degrees in Physics or Engineering continue to command excellent job prospects
• Many City firms now have whole departments of Physicists, so called 'Rocket Scientists'.
• Other careers benefit from scientific training, such as -
  • law -
  • accountancy -
  • banking -
  • computing -
  • the armed services -
  • commercial flying.

After all, a logical, numerate problem solver is rather hard to turn away.