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exams in 2016 onwards |\n\nVersion 1.4 July 2026  \nContents  \n1 Introduction 5  \n1.1 Why choose AQA for AS and A-level Physics 5  \n1.2 Support and resources to help you teach 6  \n2 Specification at a glance 8  \n3 Subject content 11  \n3.1 Measurements and their errors 11  \n3.2 Particles and radiation 12  \n3.3 Waves 18  \n3.4 Mechanics and materials 21  \n3.5 Electricity 27  \n3.6 Further mechanics and thermal physics (A-level only) 29  \n3.7 Fields and their consequences (A-level only) 33  \n3.8 Nuclear physics (A-level only) 41  \n3.9 Astrophysics (A-level only) 45  \n3.10 Medical physics (A-level only) 49 3.11 Engineering physics (A-level only) 54  \n3.12 Turning points in physics (A-level only) 59 3.13 Electronics (A-level only) 63  \n4 Scheme of assessment 69  \n4.1 Aims 69  \n4.2 Assessment objectives 70  \n4.3 Assessment weightings 71  \n5 General administration 73  \n5.1 Entries and codes 73  \n5.2 Overlaps with other qualifications 74  \n5.3 Awarding grades and reporting results 74  \n5.4 Re-sits and shelf life 74  \n5.5 Previous learning and prerequisites 74  \n5.6 Access to assessment: diversity and inclusion 74  \n5.7 Working with AQA for the first time 75  \n5.8 Private candidates 75  \n6 Mathematical requirements and exemplifications 77  \n6.1 Arithmetic and numerical computation 77  \n6.2 Handling data 78  \n6.3 Algebra 79  \n[Visit](Visit aqa.org.uk/7408 for the most up-to-date specification)[ ](Visit aqa.org.uk/7408 for the most up-to-date specification)[aqa.org.uk/7408](Visit aqa.org.uk/7408 for the most up-to-date specification)[ for the most up-to-date specification](Visit aqa.org.uk/7408 for the most up-to-date specification), resources, support and administration 3  \n6.4 Graphs 79  \n6.5 Geometry and trigonometry 81  \n7 AS practical assessment 83  \n7.1 Use of apparatus and techniques 83  \n7.2 Required practical activities 84  \n7.3 Practical skills to be assessed in written papers 84  \n8 A-level practical assessment 87  \n8.1 Use of apparatus and techniques 87  \n8.2 Required practical activities 88  \n8.3 Practical skills to be assessed in written papers 89  \n8.4 Practical skills to be assessed via endorsement 90  \nAre you using the latest version of this specification?  \n• You will always find the most up-to-date version of this specification on our website at  \n[aqa.org.uk/7408](aqa.org.uk/7408)  \n• We will write to you if there are significant changes to the specification.  \n[4](4 Visit aqa.org.uk/7408 for the most up-to-date specification)[ Visit](4 Visit aqa.org.uk/7408 for the most up-to-date specification)[ ](4 Visit aqa.org.uk/7408 for the most up-to-date specification)[aqa.org.uk/7408](4 Visit aqa.org.uk/7408 for the most up-to-date specification)[ for the most up-to-date specification](4 Visit aqa.org.uk/7408 for the most up-to-date specification), resources, support and administration  \n1 Introduction  \n1.1 Why choose AQA for AS and A-level Physics Relevant in the classroom and the 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We’ve also presented it in a straightforward way, giving you the freedom to teach in the way that works foryour students.  \nThese Physics specifications are a stepping stone to future study, which is why we also consulted universities, to ensure these specifications allow students to develop the skills that they want to see.  \nThis approach has led to specifications that will support you to inspire students, nurture a passion for Physics and lay the groundwork for further study in science or engineering.  \nThe way you teach – your choice  \nOur specifications have been written in a context-free style. This means that you can select the contexts and applications that you feel bring the subject alive. 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