Applied Science: FAQs to help you and your students with F182 Investigating Science 01/05/2026 Subject Advisor Amy Brewer answers questions on the coursework unit of our Cambridge Advanced National Applied Science qualification.
Hands-on DNA practicals in A Level Biology 01/05/2026 Dr Phil Smith from Amgen Biotech Experience UK explains how its programme can inspire biology teachers and students with authentic, hands-on DNA practicals.
Can A Level Biology work for vision-impaired and blind students? 24/04/2026 Subject advisor Andri Achilleos shares practical adaptations and resources from The Royal College for the Blind to make biology accessible to all.
Impacts of the Science Teaching Survey 18/03/2026 Mike Jackson, subject advisor, discusses some key findings from the Science Teaching Survey in recent years and how we continue to shape our support to address teachers’ concerns.
Teaching uncertainty in A Level Biology: linking theory to practical work 16/03/2026 Charlotte Rhodes, Head of Biology at Bradfield College, outlines her approach to teaching uncertainty through investigative skills in OCR A Level Biology.
The common pitfalls of biology practical endorsement 03/03/2026 Subject advisor Andri Achilleos shares feedback from our A Level Biology practical endorsement monitors, Frances Evans and Steve Savill.
British Science Week 2026: could you run a science fair? 24/02/2026 Mike Jackson highlights how a science fair can support students to research their own questions and prepare them for later study.
The use of practical principles across A Level sciences and Cambridge Advanced Nationals Applied Science 19/02/2026 Andri and Amy suggest ways you can use the same practical resources across both A Level sciences and Cambridge Advanced Nationals Applied Science.
How climate links to the Cambridge OCR GCSE and A Level Physics specifications 11/02/2026 Sylvia Knight, Head of Education at the Royal Meteorological Society, discusses climate and physics with Mike Jackson, Cambridge OCR’s Physics subject advisor.
Five historical figures to highlight in science and engineering lessons for LGBT+ History Month 05/02/2026 Amy Brewer, Science Subject Advisor, highlights ways to introduce LGBT+ contributors in science, engineering and D&T lessons this month.