Physics with Elliot

Physics with Elliot is run by Dr Elliot Schneider, who has a PhD in physics from Harvard University and a degree from Caltech. He makes videos to help people learn physics properly, whether beginners or advanced students.

The videos are structured lessons rather than quick explainers. They cover classical mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, field theory and the maths that links them. Many are “mini lessons” that summarise a big topic in about twenty minutes. The teaching is careful and calm, with clear handwritten working on screen.

Some highlights include:

A mini lesson introduces Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics, two powerful ways of describing motion, in under twenty minutes.

Five methods for solving differential equations are explained with examples from physics.

A lesson on electric fields goes beyond the school picture to show what fields really describe.

The channel has around 225,000 subscribers.

Differential equations and mechanics are central to engineering degrees, especially mechanical, aerospace and electrical engineering. This channel is a good preview of university-level thinking. It suits students taking further maths who want to see where the subject leads. The newsletter offers notes to go with the videos, which helps with structured study. The lessons can be demanding, so they work best for confident students who are happy to pause, rewind and work through the steps themselves on paper.