A Level Physics
Science and Mathematics
What will you be working towards?
| Code | 20 |
| Qualification Type | GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent |
| Qualification Level | Level 3 |
| Course type | Full Time |
Overview
The OCR A Level Physics course has been developed to follow on from the Additional Double and Triple award GCSE science courses and covers the following topics;
· Foundations of Physics
· Forces and Motion
· Electrons, Waves and Photons
· The Newtonian World and Astrophysics
· Particles and Medical Physics
Few other subjects offer such a wealth of education and employment possibilities.
Exam Board: OCR
Details
Physicists seek to understand the physical universe in order to predict its behaviour.
Physics, as a part of science, provides a picture of how the world behaves and how the laws of nature operate: it cannot answer the question why they operate in this way.
Teaching and learning methods include formal teaching, group work, a field trip, practical work, discussions and debates, films and videos and student-led presentations.
It is helpful to study A-Level Mathematics alongside Physics, although this is not essential. Other subjects which combine well with Physics include all sciences and technologies, geography, ICT, English.
How will it be delivered?
Three written exam papers comprising 100% of the final grade for A level, two written papers for AS level. Practical skills are assessed separately but do not contribute to the final grade.
Module 1: Development of Practical Skills in Physics
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
Entry requirements
Grades 66 in Combined Science or grades 666 in separate Sciences and grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics.