Physics

Applications open: 10 October 2025

Applications close: 15 January 2026

Students can join Weald of Kent Grammar School at our Tonbridge Campus.

Entry Requirements: - If you wish to join the Weald of Kent Sixth Form you must have a minimum of a Grade 5 in English Language or English Literature and a Grade 5 in Mathematics. In addition, students also need to achieve an Average Point Score (APS) of 5.5 to be comprised of their best 8 GCSE results.

How to Apply: - Applications are made through Applicaa. Please see the school website for more information https://www.wealdofkent.kent.sch.uk/sixth-form

OCR (Physics A) takes a content-led approach to learning Physics. Topics covered range from the smallest of subatomic particles to the vast history of the Universe, alongside relevant applications in Engineering and Medical Physics. Employing a wide range of teaching and learning styles, activities introduce content, skills and experimental techniques. Physics students will undertake regular handson practical work, working on 12 key practical skills. A logbook will be used to demonstrate competence in these skills in order to gain the Science Practical Endorsement. It is recommended that students studying Physics also study Mathematics.

The exam board have indicated that 40% of the course will require the use of mathematical skills.

The Module Content is as follows:

1. Development of Practical Skills

2. Foundations of Physics

3. Forces and Motion

4. Electrons, Photons and Waves

5. Newtonian World and Astrophysics

6. Particles and Medical Physics

Paper 1 Modelling Physics (37% weighting)

• Modules 1,2,3 and 5

• Multiple Choice and short structured questions

Paper 2 Exploring Physics (37% weighting)

• Modules 1,2,4 and 6

• Multiple Choice and short structured questions

Paper 3 Unified Physics (26% weighting)

• Topics 1-6

• Extended written questions that may cover any element from the course.

Students must have Grade 7 in GCSE Physics or Grade 77 in GCSE Combined Science.

The course content has been designed to provide a strong foundation of skills and knowledge for students looking to study Physics, or Physics-based subjects such as Medicine or Engineering, at university. There is also a focus on developing skills that can be transferred into many other career options.