Overview
VCE Physics provides students with opportunities to explore questions related to the natural and constructed world. Physics is a science based on observations, measurements, experiments and mathematical analysis. Its purpose is to find quantitative explanations for phenomena occurring from the subatomic scale through to the planets, stellar systems and galaxies in the universe. Physicists are employed in a range of settings, such as acoustics, astrophysics, cosmology, energy research, optics, engineering and radiography. They also work in areas such as climate change, neuroscience and forensic medicine.
- Apply Apply for 2025
- Enquire For 2026 and beyond
- Duration 2 Semesters
- Hours per week Live lessons are 2 periods per week and self-paced is 4-6 hours
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- Department Science
Unit focus areas
Physics Unit 1 - What ideas explain the physical world?
Physics Unit 2 - What do experiments reveal about the physical world?
Pre-requisites
Students undertaking Units 1 and 2 Physics need to have completed Year 10 Science (or equivalent).
Assessments
Outcomes for Physics Units 1 and 2 will be assessed by a variety of tasks, including written reports, scientific posters, data analysis, research activities and tests. An examination is held at the end of each semester.
Enrolments and assessments
Some important information regarding enrolments and assessments.
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