KS5 Science

In Science we run three post-16 courses:

The BTEC Applied qualifications are for learners who want to continue their education through applied learning. It provides a vocational context in which learners can develop the knowledge and transferable skills required for employment or higher education. These include; reading scientific and technical texts, effective writing, analytical skills and practical skills. 

 
Designed for learners who are interested in learning about the sector alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in applied science. To be taken as part of a programme of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels. 

Assessment in BTEC aims to capture the progress students are making at strategic points throughout the academic year. This enables teachers to know which topics, or aspects of topics to re-teach, which were not grasped first time. The Question Level Analysis papers produced allow both students and teachers to clearly identify gaps in their knowledge and through effective feedback students can resolve misconceptions and develop further knowledge and skills.

Extended Certificate students:

Extended Certificate students:

OCR Physics is a content-led approach. A flexible approach where the specification is divided into topics, each covering different key concepts of physics. As learners progress through the course they will build on their knowledge of the laws of Physics, applying their understanding to solve problems on topics ranging from sub-atomic particles to the entre universe. For A level only, the Practical Endorsement.

OCR’s A Level in Physics specification, aims to encourage learners to:

 
• develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they             relate to each other
• develop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of                 scientific methods
• develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem solving           skills
• develop their interest in and enthusiasm for the subject, including developing an interest in further       study and careers associated with the subject
• understand how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to     the success of the economy and society

Content is split into six teaching modules: 

• 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 

Component 01 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 5. Component 02 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 4 and 6. Component 03 assesses content from all modules (1 to 6).

Modelling physics (01) - 2hr 15min written paper - 37% of total A level

Exploring physics (02) - 2hr 15min written paper - 37% of total A level

Unified physics (03) - 1hr 30min written paper - 26% of total A level

Practical Endorsement in physics (non exam assessment)