• Question: what are your top 3 tips for doing well in physics

    Asked by anon-208722 to Tori on 1 Mar 2019.
    • Photo: Tori Blakeman

      Tori Blakeman answered on 1 Mar 2019:

      1. Always ask your teacher questions and take in what they have to say. The best way to learn is by asking when you do not know. It’s okay to not know the answer; we all have to start somewhere and even teachers and scientists don’t all know it all!

      2. Be inquisitive and curious outside the classroom. Can you enjoy and learn about physics through a non-fiction book, TV programme or podcast? I’d recommend Cosmos on Netflix and the book ‘How to build a universe’ by Brian Cox and Robin Ince (although it is challenging)!

      3. Revise! It sounds so silly and obvious but honestly, without extra work after school (and sometimes on weekends!) it will be difficult to get a good grade in your GCSE or A-Level Physics. Anyone can do well if you make the effort. I find the easiest way to do this is to make a realistic revision timetable. Maybe only 1 hour of good study in the evening, starting about 3 months before your first exam. Flash cards are also great, as then you can use friends/family to help test you. If you start early, the revision will be so much more enjoyable.

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  • Photo: Stuart

    Stuart commented on :

    I agree with Tori – got to put the work in. I used flash cards a lot, which I used to write-up what I’d learnt in class, plus had a revision calendar stuck to my wall that I checked every day. I also used the CGP guides lots. It was a lot of work for a few months, but afterwards I’m really happy I put the time in.