GCSE physics is a challenging subject, and only the most talented and hardworking students can achieve the highest marks on their exams. The physics of GCSE is renowned for its high level of mathematical content and the numerous equations that must be memorized. However, if you are adept at rearranging equations and have a good grasp of mathematics, it is not an insurmountable task. During the exam, you will be provided with a large leaflet containing all the equations you need.
For those who need extra help, there are spires online electronics tutors available to provide guidance and support. I was fortunate enough to receive an A* in GCSE physics, but when I began Level A I quickly realized that it was much more demanding. All A-levels are a big step up from GCSEs, but as long as you are comfortable with numbers and not particularly slow-witted, it is achievable. The course does not go into great depth about how a real reactor works, but it covers all the basics required to start a nuclear physics course at university. After doing some revision, I realized that everything I had learned since September could be summarized in a few lines of definitions and the equation sheet.
At GCSE I achieved good grades in all three Science subjects, but I had always enjoyed physics more than the others, so I chose to pursue it at Level A. For instance, in additional mathematics you learn how to derive an equation from a nonlinear graph, whereas in physics you are instructed to ignore it. It is important to bear in mind that the government has changed the way some levels work (including physics), so instead of taking an AS and an A2, you only have to take a few exams at the end of the two-year course.
