AQA A Level Physics 7408 Past Papers 2017–2026
Download AQA A Level Physics 7408 past papers from 2017 to 2026, including question papers, mark schemes and examination resources. This page provides students and teachers with an easy way to view, download and print AQA A Level Physics past papers for revision, exam preparation and practice.
Find previous AQA A Level Physics 7408 examination papers covering Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3, including practical skills, data analysis and optional topics.
AQA A Level Physics 7408 Past Papers
Use the past papers below to practise with real AQA examination questions and become familiar with the AQA A Level Physics 7408 exam format, question styles, calculations, practical skills and data-analysis questions.
The AQA A Level Physics 7408 specification covers core topics including Measurements and their Errors, Particles and Radiation, Waves, Mechanics and Materials, Electricity, Further Mechanics and Thermal Physics, Fields and their Consequences, and Nuclear Physics. Students also study one optional topic.
Paper 1 – AQA A Level Physics
Download and print AQA A Level Physics 7408 Paper 1 past papers covering Sections 1–5 and Periodic Motion.
Paper 1 includes questions based on Measurements and their Errors, Particles and Radiation, Waves, Mechanics and Materials, Electricity and Periodic Motion. The paper is a 2-hour examination worth 85 marks and contributes 34% of the A-level qualification.
Download AQA A Level Physics 7408 Paper 1 past papers and use them for timed examination practice and revision.
Paper 2 – AQA A Level Physics
Download and print AQA A Level Physics 7408 Paper 2 past papers covering Thermal Physics, Fields and their Consequences, Nuclear Physics and the assumed knowledge from earlier sections.
Paper 2 is a 2-hour examination worth 85 marks and contributes 34% of the A-level qualification. It includes short-answer, long-answer and multiple-choice questions.
Download AQA A Level Physics 7408 Paper 2 past papers to practise calculations, explanations, applications of Physics and exam-style problems.
Paper 3 – Practical Skills and Optional Physics
Download and print AQA A Level Physics 7408 Paper 3 past papers covering practical skills, data analysis and the optional topic selected by the student.
Paper 3 contains a compulsory section on practical skills and data analysis, followed by questions on one optional topic. The available options are Astrophysics, Medical Physics, Engineering Physics, Turning Points in Physics and Electronics. Paper 3 is a 2-hour examination worth 80 marks and contributes 32% of the A-level qualification.
Download AQA A Level Physics 7408 Paper 3 past papers to practise practical-based questions, data analysis and your chosen optional topic.
AQA A Level Physics 7408 Past Papers 2017–2026
This collection covers AQA A Level Physics 7408 past papers from 2017 to 2026, making it easy to find previous examination papers year by year.
Students can:
- Download AQA A Level Physics 7408 question papers
- Print AQA Physics past papers for offline practice
- Practise Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3
- Work through previous A-level Physics examination questions
- Check answers using available AQA Physics mark schemes
- Practise under timed examination conditions
- Improve Physics calculations and mathematical skills
- Practise practical and experimental questions
- Improve data-analysis and interpretation skills
- Practise multiple-choice, short-answer and extended-response questions
- Identify recurring topics and question styles
- Prepare for upcoming AQA A Level Physics examinations
Why Practise AQA A Level Physics 7408 Past Papers?
Past papers are an important part of preparing for the AQA A Level Physics 7408 examination. Regular practice helps students understand the examination structure, improve mathematical and problem-solving skills, apply Physics principles to unfamiliar situations and become familiar with the wording and style of AQA examination questions.
AQA states that its A-level Physics assessment includes mathematical and practical skills, with questions requiring students to apply knowledge in theoretical and practical contexts and analyse quantitative and qualitative data.
For effective revision, attempt each past paper under timed examination conditions before checking the corresponding mark scheme. Reviewing mistakes can help identify weak topics and areas that require additional revision.
AQA A Level Physics 7408 Mark Schemes
Where available, use the corresponding AQA A Level Physics 7408 mark schemes after completing each question paper. Mark schemes can help you understand how marks are awarded and identify the key calculations, explanations and Physics concepts required in your answers.
Using AQA A Level Physics question papers together with mark schemes is an effective way to improve exam technique and prepare for examinations.
AQA A Level Physics 7408 Practical Questions
Practical work is an important part of the AQA A Level Physics 7408 course. Written examinations assess knowledge and understanding of required practical activities as well as the associated practical skills.
Practising past papers can therefore help students prepare for questions involving experimental methods, measurements, uncertainties, graphs, data analysis, practical procedures and evaluation of experimental results.
AQA A Level Physics 7408 Optional Topics
AQA A Level Physics 7408 includes five optional topics:
- Astrophysics
- Medical Physics
- Engineering Physics
- Turning Points in Physics
- Electronics
Students study one of these options, which is assessed in Section B of Paper 3.
AQA A Level Physics 7408 Revision Resources
Explore AQA A Level Physics 7408 past papers, question papers and mark schemes from 2017 to 2026. Select the required year and paper to view, download or print the examination resources.
Whether you are preparing for an A-level Physics examination, revising individual topics, practising calculations, improving practical skills, preparing for Paper 3 or looking for additional exam questions, these AQA Physics 7408 past papers can provide valuable examination practice.
AQA A Level Physics 7408 Papers
Paper 1: Measurements and their Errors, Particles and Radiation, Waves, Mechanics and Materials, Electricity & Periodic Motion
Paper 2: Thermal Physics, Fields and their Consequences, Nuclear Physics & assumed knowledge
Paper 3: Practical Skills and Data Analysis + Optional Topic
Optional Topics: Astrophysics | Medical Physics | Engineering Physics | Turning Points in Physics | Electronics
AQA A Level Physics 7408 | Past Papers 2017–2026 | Question Papers | Mark Schemes | Practical Papers | Download & Print
| Year | Paper | Question Paper | Mark Scheme |
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| 2026 | Paper 1 | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2026 | Paper 2 | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2026 | Paper 3 Section A | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2026 | Paper 3 Section B – A Astrophysics | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2026 | Paper 3 Section B – B Medical Physics | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2026 | Paper 3 Section B – C Engineering Physics | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2026 | Paper 3 Section B – D Turning Points | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2026 | Paper 3 Section B – E Electronics | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| Year | Paper | Question Paper | Mark Scheme |
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| 2025 | Paper 1 | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2025 | Paper 2 | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2025 | Paper 3 Section A | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2025 | Paper 3 Section B – A Astrophysics | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2025 | Paper 3 Section B – B Medical Physics | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2025 | Paper 3 Section B – C Engineering Physics | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2025 | Paper 3 Section B – D Turning Points | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2025 | Paper 3 Section B – E Electronics | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2024 | Paper 1 | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2024 | Paper 2 | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2024 | Paper 3 Section A | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2024 | Paper 3 Section B – A Astrophysics | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2024 | Paper 3 Section B – B Medical Physics | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2024 | Paper 3 Section B – C Engineering Physics | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2024 | Paper 3 Section B – D Turning Points | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2024 | Paper 3 Section B – E Electronics | Download PDF | Download Mark Scheme |
| 2021 Nov | Paper 3 Section B – Option D: Turning Points | Download | Download |
| 2021 Nov | Paper 3 Section B – Option E: Electronics | Download | Download |
| 2020 Nov | Paper 1 | Download | Download |
| 2020 Nov | Paper 2 | Download | Download |
| 2020 Nov | Paper 3 Section A | Download | Download |
| 2020 Nov | Paper 3 Section B – Option A: Astrophysics | Download | Download |
| 2020 Nov | Paper 3 Section B – Option B: Medical Physics | Download | Download |
| 2020 Nov | Paper 3 Section B – Option C: Engineering Physics | Download | Download |
| 2020 Nov | Paper 3 Section B – Option D: Turning Points | Download | Download |
| 2020 Nov | Paper 3 Section B – Option E: Electronics | Download | Download |
| 2019 Jun | Paper 1 | Download | Download |
| 2019 Jun | Paper 2 | Download | Download |
| 2019 Jun | Paper 3 Section A | Download | Download |
| 2019 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option A: Astrophysics | Download | Download |
| 2019 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option B: Medical Physics | Download | Download |
| 2019 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option C: Engineering Physics | Download | Download |
| 2019 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option D: Turning Points | Download | Download |
| 2019 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option E: Electronics | Download | Download |
| 2018 Jun | Paper 1 | Download | Download |
| 2018 Jun | Paper 2 | Download | Download |
| 2018 Jun | Paper 3 Section A | Download | Download |
| 2018 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option A: Astrophysics | Download | Download |
| 2018 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option B: Medical Physics | Download | Download |
| 2018 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option C: Engineering Physics | Download | Download |
| 2018 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option D: Turning Points | Download | Download |
| 2018 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option E: Electronics | Download | Download |
| 2017 Jun | Paper 1 | Download | Download |
| 2017 Jun | Paper 2 | Download | Download |
| 2017 Jun | Paper 3 Section A | Download | Download |
| 2017 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option A: Astrophysics | Download | Download |
| 2017 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option B: Medical Physics | Download | Download |
| 2017 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option C: Engineering Physics | Download | Download |
| 2017 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option D: Turning Points | Download | Download |
| 2017 Jun | Paper 3 Section B – Option E: Electronics | Download | Download |