Physics

Course summary

The course specification has the development of Advanced Level subject knowledge at its core with a clear focus on the applications of Physics and fundamental laboratory techniques in Physics. Students will be regularly assessed using examination materials to track their progress across the two years and will be provided with timely feedback to facilitate their ongoing development as a Physicist. An A Level in Physics is a prerequisite for applications to University in the following areas: Engineering, Physics, Astrophysics, and Robotics (to name a few). An A Level in Physics is desirable in supporting an application to numerous other University courses. The OCR A Level in Physics is divided into distinctly separate units that cover the key principles of Physics. During a student's first year, the syllabus ensures the study of both breadth and depth in Physics, these concepts are consolidated and built upon within the second year. Year 12 Module 1: Development of practical skills Module 2: Foundations of Physics Module 3: Forces and motion Module 4: Electrons, waves, and photons Year 13 Module 5: Newtonian world and astrophysics Module 6: Particles and Medical Physics