Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics develops a set of transferable skills including handling data, practical problem-solving, and applying the scientific method. Learners develop relevant attitudes, such as concern for accuracy and precision, objectivity, integrity, enquiry, initiative and inventiveness. They acquire the essential scientific skills required for progression to further studies or employment.

Our approach in Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics encourages learners to be:

• confident, secure in their knowledge, keen to explore further and able to communicate effectively through the language of science
• responsible, developing efficient and safe scientific practices and working collaboratively with others
• reflective, able to evaluate evidence to draw informed and appropriate conclusions and recognising that the applications of science have the potential to affect the individual, the community and the environment
• innovative, applying problem-solving skills to novel situations and engaging with new tools and techniques, including information technology, to develop successful approaches
• engaged, developing an enquiring mind, keen to apply scientific skills in everyday life.