| Overview |
The OCR Physics A course comprises the four units outlined below, in addition to two practical units G483 and G486. Each of these practical units are assessed by means of experiments done in the laboratory, followed by a short question paper which is marked internally. |
| Examination board |
The sixth form Physics course at Queen Elizabeth’s follows the OCR Physics A specification (H158/H558). Full details of the specification and additional support materials can be accessed here. |
Unit 1 - Mechanics Examination to be taken in January of Year 12 |
- Motion
- Forces in action
- Work and Energy
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Unit 2 - Electrons, Waves & Photons Examination to be taken in June of Year 12
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- Electric current
- Resistance
- DC circuits
- Waves
- Quantum Physics
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Unit 3 - The Newtonian World Examination to be taken in January of Year 13
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- Newton’s Laws and momentum
- Circular motion and oscillations
- Thermal physics
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Unit 4 - Fields, Particles & Frontiers of Physics
Examination to be taken in June of Year 13
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- Electric and magnetic fields
- Capacitors and exponential decay
- Nuclear Physics
- Medical imaging
- Modelling the universe
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| Course support & enrichment at QE |
There is the opportunity to take part in the Year 13 Physics Olympiad.In Year 13, we make a visit to the University of London Observatory at Mill Hill as part of our study of Cosmology in Module G485. |
| Progression from A-level Physics |
Students who are interested in engineering oriented degrees are encouraged to take part in the Headstart scheme of university experience at the end of Year 12. Students are also encourged to apply for Nuffield bursaries to carry out research projects in scientific institutions, also at the end of Year 12. |
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Recommended wider reading
This is particularly relevant for those considering further study beyond A-level
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There is a full reading list in the Learning Resources Area which is accessible to all students at QE from the 'Pupil Login' link at the top of this page. |