A-Level Physics
Barr Beacon School - Walsall
01213666600
Old Hall Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0RF
Course summary

OVERVIEW The OCR A level Physics curriculum is divided into six teaching modules. In module one, students learn how practical skills can be used in physics to plan, carry out and evaluate experiments. In module two, students learn about physical quantities, their nature, measurements and uncertainties. In module three looks deeper into the concept of forces and motion. Students will examine kinematics, dynamics and other theories, including Newton’s laws of motion. In module four, students will study electrons, waves and photons. During this topic, students will look at the concepts of resistance and superposition in more detail, among other ideas. In module five, students look at the Newtonian world and how these laws apply to astrophysics. In module six, students will explore the physics behind particles and how these can be manipulated in a medical setting.

Entry requirements

You need to have achieved at least 2 grade 6s in Combined Science, or 2 grade 6s in the triple award, with one of these in Physics. A minimum of a grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics is also required.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 - Modelling Physics: 100 Marks (37%) from topics including practical skills, foundations in Physics, forces, motion and astrophysics. Paper 2 - Exploring Physics: 100 Marks (37%) from topics including practical skills, foundations in Physics, Electrons, Waves, Photons, particles and medical physics. Paper 3 - Unified Physics: 70 Marks (26%) from all topics included in the course.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWalsall
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressOld Hall Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0RF