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| Course | Code | Assessment at each tier |
|---|---|---|
| Gateway Physics A | J249 | Two 90-mark papers, 1 hour 45 minutes each. |
| Twenty First Century Physics B | J259 | Breadth and Depth papers, 90 marks and 1 hour 45 minutes each. |
Each paper is worth half the qualification. For calculation practice, ask your child to say what they are finding before choosing an equation. A tutor might compare two circuit diagrams or sketch a motion graph before adding numbers. This makes it easier to see whether a difficulty concerns the physics, the mathematical steps or the language of the question.
Quantities and units
Convert values before calculating and label the result. Explain what a larger or smaller answer would mean in context.
Graphs and relationships
Describe the relationship, interpret a gradient where appropriate and distinguish the shape of the graph from the physical motion.
Practical explanations
Connect a measurement to the equipment used. Explain the purpose of repeats and identify a specific source of uncertainty.
This page discusses separate Physics. Combined Science has its own specification and assessment. Share the course code rather than relying on the word Physics alone.
A tutor can work on rearranging equations, standard form and units alongside the physics topic that needs them. Ask for practice at your child’s current level.
Book a free 15-minute introduction and ask about J249 or J259, the tier and the topics causing difficulty. OCR experience does not automatically mean experience of both specifications.
Further reading: OCR Physics A J249; OCR Physics B J259. Course information checked in September 2026. Confirm your specification and entry details with your school or college.
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