3PHYI

Level 3 Physics

Course Description

Studying Physics at Level 3 NCEA offers numerous benefits, both for your immediate education and future career prospects. Level 3 Physics is an excellent stepping stone for tertiary education in fields like engineering, medicine, computer science, and of course, physics itself. It equips you with the fundamental knowledge and understanding of core concepts required for success in these areas.

The 3PHYI course comprises of 3 internals offering a total of 10 credits. 

Recommended Prior Learning

Level 2 Physics 8 Credits, Level 2 Mathematics AS91257 and AS91258

Participated in Externals for Level 2 Physics and Level 2 Mathematics.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 10
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91521 v2
NZQA Info

Physics 3.1 - Carry out a practical investigation to test a physics theory relating two variables in a non-linear relationship


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91522 v2
NZQA Info

Physics 3.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of physics to a selected context


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91527 v2
NZQA Info

Physics 3.7 - Use physics knowledge to develop an informed response to a socio-scientific issue


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 3r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 10
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 3
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer


The courses we offer are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.