Physics / Theoretical Physics (faster route) BSc/MSci
General Physics Workshop PHYS4007
- Academic Session: 2026-27
- School: School of Physics and Astronomy
- Credits: 10
- Level: Level 4 (SCQF level 10)
- Typically Offered: Runs Throughout Semesters 1 and 2
- Available to Visiting Students: Yes
- Collaborative Online International Learning: No
- Curriculum For Life: No
Short Description
To provide students with an opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of the key principles and applications of the General Physics Workshop, and their relevance to current developments in physics.
Timetable
Three afternoon sessions of 2 hours duration to be scheduled, two in Semester 1 and one in Semester 2
Excluded Courses
None
Assessment
Examination (75%) and class test (25%).
Main Assessment In: April/May
Are reassessment opportunities available for all summative assessments? Not applicable
It is the default expectation that all courses will offer opportunities for reassessment or deferred assessment. Where it is not possible to offer this in some assessment components, the grade achieved at the first attempt will be counted towards the final course grade, and any exceptions for this course are described below.
[No exceptions]
Course Aims
To provide students with training in how to answer general physics questions which draw upon their broad knowledge and experience of the subject. To develop students' ability to study and revise effectively and to reinforce their individual responsibility for their own learning. To develop students' critical assessment and communication skills in the context of working in a small group.
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of the course, students will be able to: carry out effective self-study and general revision of their Physics courses, in order to answer general physics questions on their contents; carry out formative self-assessment of their performance when attempting previous examination questions; work effectively within a small group, sharing ideas, organising / prioritising results and delivering short oral presentations.