The Physics Escalator: from GCSE to Degree Level Physics
Discover how to navigate the “Physics Escalator” from GCSE to A-Level and degree level. Learn the key shifts in maths, abstraction, and study habits needed to succeed at every stage.
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The Physics of Music
Why is every musical instrument technically out of tune? In my new video, I explore the physics of the 12-note chromatic scale, harmonics, and equal temperament. Includes free interactive Desmos tools, scale calculators, and tuition updates! Read my latest blog update to learn more…
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Writing practical methods in Physics exams
In my latest blog post I give a simple recipe to get full marks on Physics practical methods questions. Check it out!
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GCSE Physics six mark calculations
Did you see that I had released a video yesterday where I worked through two GCSE Physics six mark calculations? See my latest blog post.
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Why is A-Level Physics difficult?
Look at any student survey about the relative difficulty of different A-Level subjects and you will find Physics near the top. Often it is right at the top, considered the most challenging subject by many. But why? And why is it that some people do not find it challenging at all? What’s their secret?
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Fleming’s Left Hand Rule
Learn about Fleming’s Left Hand Rule and the motor effect here! Get free access to the web-based question generator and read the latest blog post for more.
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Come and work with me!
Looking for a Physics teaching job? There’s one going at my school! See my blog post
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Interactive Physics Games for GCSE and A-Level!
I’ve been busy making physics games! See what I’ve made so far. All Enrolled tutees can easily access all of these. Active revision has never been so fun! Read the latest blog post.
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Collection of Old Physics Videos
I’ve finished uploading my collection of old videos, dating back as far as 1949 (and of varying quality). These videos are in the public domain, but I think it is good to have an all-in-one-place repository. This would make it easier to find one in the future. Check out my latest blog post for the link!
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“Physics is JUST applied mathematics”
“Physics is just applied mathematics”: a statement often given by non-physicists in an attempt to assuage their own feelings of inadequacy. In this blog post, I explore the assertion that mathematics was invented by physicists.
