The Senior Physics Challenge (SPC) is an intermediate–advanced physics competition aimed at Year 12 (Grade 11 / ages 16–17) students in the UK, though others may enter. It sits between the Intermediate Physics Challenge (GCSE/IGCSE level) and the British Physics Olympiad Round 1 (Year 13 / pre-university level).
Students aiming for Physics, Engineering, or Materials at top UK universities (Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, etc.), or anyone who wants to stretch their physics thinking beyond A-level. senior physics challenge
Those who prefer purely routine calculation problems or dislike time pressure on conceptual questions. If you tell me whether you’re a student looking for prep resources or a teacher considering entering students , I can give more specific next steps (e.g., past paper links, topic breakdowns, or classroom integration ideas). Those who prefer purely routine calculation problems or