Physics A-Level

Physics A content is split into 6 teaching modules: modules 1 to 6, combined with the practical endorsement, constitute the full A level. The modules can be summarised as:

• Module 1: Development of practical skills.

• Module 2: Foundations of physics.

• Module 3: Forces and motion.

• Module 4: Electrons, waves and photons.

• Module 5: Newtonian world and astrophysics.

• Module 6: Particles and medical physics.

Required practical’s will be conducted and reported on throughout the two years, resulting in a pass or fail at the end of the course.

Units

• Paper 1 Written exam: 2 hours 15 minutes 37% of A level

• Paper 2 Written exam: 2 hours 15 minutes 37% of A level

• Paper 3 Written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes 26% of A level

Entry Requirements

A minimum of five GCSEs at grades 4-9 grades including grade 5 or above in combined science or a grade 6 in physics and mathematics.

Exam Board

OCR - Click here to visit the course page on the OCR website.

Contact

Mr C Macdonald - Science i/c Physics