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GCSE Physics OCR Foundation

Step-by-step OCR Foundation Physics for Grades 1–5: clear concepts, key equations, practical skills, and exam-style practice.

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Step-by-step OCR Foundation Physics for Grades 1–5: clear concepts, key equations, practical skills, and exam-style practice.

9Sections

82Video lessons

0Assessments

16h 50mVideo content

Course Description

In this course, you’ll study the full OCR GCSE Physics Foundation content with simple explanations and the key equations you need. You’ll practise calculations using correct units, rearranging and graphs, and learn how to write clear answers for "explain” questions. Practical skills are covered with method, variables, safety, results and evaluation so you can answer practical-based exam questions confidently. By the end, you’ll have secure understanding across all topics and be ready to target Grades 1–5, including a strong Grade 4/5.

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1MatterIn this topic, you’ll learn about the structure and properties of matter, including particles, states of matter, mixtures and methods of separation. You’ll also study atoms, elements, compounds and bonding, and how these ideas explain the behaviour of materials.9 lessons

1.1 - Development of the Model of the Atom0:11:27

1.2 - Density0:11:56

1.3 Particle Theory & States of Matter0:11:15

1.4 Specific Heat Capacity0:11:52

1.5 - Specific Latent Heat0:11:06

1.6 - Pressure0:10:41

1.7 - Factors Affecting Gas Pressure0:11:23

1.8 - Pressure & Volume (PV = Constant)0:11:37

1.9 - Atmospheric Pressure0:11:33

2ForcesIn this topic, you’ll learn how forces affect motion, including speed, velocity, acceleration and Newton’s laws. You’ll also cover pressure, moments, momentum and force calculations, using graphs and exam-style questions to build confidence.18 lessons

2.1 Scalar & Vector Quantities0:11:59

2.2 - Speed/Velocity & Distance/Displacement0:14:54

2.3 - Acceleration0:12:13

2.4 - Distance-time Graphs0:13:10

2.5 - Velocity-time Graphs0:13:59

2.6 - Contact & Non-contact Forces0:12:12

2.7 - Resolving Vectors & Scale Drawings0:13:33

2.9 - Newton's 3rd Law0:12:12

2.11 - Energy Stores & Systems0:11:38

2.12 - Gravitational Potential Energy & Gravity0:12:43

2.13 - Kinetic Energy0:09:49

2.14 - Power & Work Done0:11:27

2.15 Elasticity, Spring Constant & Hooke's Law0:13:11

2.16 - Elastic Potential Energy0:13:13

2.17 - Moments 1 - Introduction0:11:20

2.18 - Moments 2 - Seesaws & Gears0:14:57

2.19 - Momentum 10:13:50

2.20 Newton's 1st & 2nd Laws0:13:37

3ElectricityIn this topic, you’ll learn about charge, current, potential difference and resistance, and how electrical circuits work. You’ll practise using key equations, comparing series and parallel circuits, and applying your knowledge to exam-style calculations.10 lessons

3.1 Static Electricity0:10:58

3.2 Electric Fields0:11:58

3.3 Circuits Introduction0:12:00

3.4 V = IR Equation & I-V Graphs0:11:58

3.5 Charge, Current & Time0:08:57

3.6 Series Circuits0:10:26

3.7 Parallel Circuits0:11:08

3.8 Components0:10:05

3.9 Energy & Power Formulas0:10:39

3.10 AC & DC Current0:09:34

4Magnetism & Magnetic FieldsIn this topic, you’ll learn about permanent and induced magnets, magnetic fields and how magnetic forces act. You’ll also study electromagnets, magnetic materials and how magnetism is used in devices and real-life applications.3 lessons

4.1 What Magnets are & Drawing Magnetic Field Lines0:12:44

4.2 Permanent & Induced Magnets0:12:53

4.3 Electromagnetism0:14:35

5Waves in MatterIn this topic, you’ll learn how waves travel through different materials and how they transfer energy. You’ll study wave properties such as speed, frequency and wavelength, and explore sound waves, seismic waves and other wave behaviour in matter.13 lessons

5.1 Longitudinal & Transverse Waves0:12:54

5.2 Reflection0:13:00

5.3 Refraction0:13:30

5.4 Ray Diagrams0:16:24

5.5 Sound Waves & Hearing0:12:59

5.6 Ultrasound0:12:34

5.7 Electromagnetic Waves0:13:24

5.8 Radiowaves0:12:02

5.9 Microwaves & Infrared0:12:53

5.10 UV Light0:12:43

5.11 X-rays & Gamma Rays0:13:58

5.12 Visible Light & Colour0:15:13

5.13 Lenses0:14:28

6RadioactivityIn this topic, you’ll learn about atomic structure, isotopes and different types of nuclear radiation. You’ll also study radioactive decay, half-life, uses of radiation, and how to answer exam questions involving nuclear equations and safety.8 lessons

6.1 Atomic Structure, Isotopes & Electron Shells0:11:53

6.2 Alpha, Beta & Gamma Radiation0:12:01

6.3 Nuclear Decay Equations0:11:34

6.4 Radioactive Decay & Half-life0:14:59

6.5 Why Radiation is Harmful0:13:56

6.6 Using Radiation in Medicine0:14:13

6.8 Nuclear Fission0:12:41

6.9 Nuclear Fusion0:11:20

7EnergyIn this topic, you’ll learn about energy stores, energy transfers and the conservation of energy. You’ll cover work done, power, efficiency and heating, and apply the key equations to calculations and everyday energy problems.6 lessons

7.1 Conservation of Energy0:10:39

7.2 Energy Transfer Examples0:10:57

7.3 - Efficiency (Energy & Power)0:10:58

7.4 Conduction, Convection & Radiation0:13:17

7.5 - Reducing Unwanted Energy Transfers0:10:50

7.6 Transfer Between KE & GPE0:10:57

8Global ChallengesIn this topic, you’ll explore how science helps us understand and respond to major global issues such as climate change, energy demand, pollution and resource use. You’ll apply your scientific knowledge to real-world contexts and exam-style questions.12 lessons

8.1 Stopping Distances0:12:34

8.2 Energy Resources Introduction0:10:25

8.3 Fossil Fuels & Nuclear Energy0:10:22

8.4 Biofuels0:09:20

8.5 Wind & Solar0:17:14

8.6 Hydroelectricity & Tidal Barrages0:11:18

8.7 National Grid0:10:29

8.8 Plugs & Wires0:12:28

8.9 Fuses & Earthing0:13:12

8.10 Universe, Galaxies & Solar System0:11:48

8.11 Life Cycle of Stars0:14:54

8.12 Red Shift0:14:40

9PracticalsIn this topic, you’ll cover the required practical skills, including methods, variables, controls, equipment and safety. You’ll practise analysing results, evaluating errors and improvements, and answering practical-based exam questions clearly.3 lessons

9.1 Investigating Density0:11:56

9.2 Specific Heat Capacity0:11:52

9.3 I–V Characteristics0:11:21

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