Leaving Cert Physics is the most mathematical of the sciences, with many exam questions requiring you to solve a problem using learnt formulas.
It is important that you go over these experiments before the exam as Section A examines you on your knowledge of these practicals.
Physics Course Content
Optics / Waves
Mechanics
Heat
Electricity and Magnetism:
Atomic Physics
Option sections
Particle Physics
Applied Electricity
The Exam
100% of your mark goes for a one paper 3 hour exam but you are required to keep a record of your practical work over the two years of the course.
Section A:
Answer 3 out of 4 questions (40 marks per question) based on experimental procedures and use of results.
Section B:
Future Careers with Leaving Certificate Physics
Physics is a requirement for entry into a number of third level courses and is useful for careers including finance, statistics, engineering, physics and computer science.
Download the leaving cert Physics Syllabus
Download the leaving cert Physics Chief examiner's report (2013)
Download the leaving cert Physics Guidelines for Teachers