OCR Cambridge Nationals planning guide
Cambridge Nationals Exam Timetable 2027
Search the complete January and June 2027 OCR Cambridge Nationals written-exam timetable, including every published date, session, unit code and duration.
2027 Cambridge Nationals timetable
Search by subject, unit, code or date, then filter by exam series, session or subject.
Published coverage: January 6–8, 2027 and May 11–June 17, 2027. Each row retains the exact OCR date, day, session, code, unit and duration supplied in the source text.
| Date | Day | Session | Code | Cambridge National | Exam / Unit | Duration | Series |
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Standard OCR session times are 9:00 a.m. for AM and 1:30 p.m. for PM. Centres may adjust within the permitted session window under OCR rules.
How to plan your Cambridge Nationals exams
Use the published row as the anchor, then add the local details your centre provides.
1. Find your unit
Search the unit code or subject, then record the date, AM/PM session and duration in your revision calendar.
2. Check the centre notice
Your school or college confirms reporting time, room, candidate number, access arrangements and permitted equipment.
3. Keep contingency time free
June candidates should remain available through Wednesday, 23 June 2027 in case OCR activates the contingency day.
- Match your entry to the correct code and unit.
- Check whether your centre calls the sitting AM or PM.
- Ask early about clashes or access arrangements.
- Arrive for the centre’s reporting time, not only the published start.
- Bring only authorised stationery and equipment.
- Recheck OCR and your centre for amendments.
Official OCR timetable sources
Use these links to confirm the latest final timetable and any published amendment.
Cambridge Nationals timetable FAQs
Answers to common questions about the January and June 2027 OCR schedule.
What are Cambridge Nationals?
Cambridge Nationals are vocational qualifications from OCR. This page covers the externally examined Cambridge Nationals units listed in the supplied January and June 2027 final timetables.
Which Cambridge Nationals exam series are included?
The page includes the January 2027 and June 2027 final examination series.
How many Cambridge Nationals written exams are listed?
There are 20 timetable entries: 10 in January 2027 and 10 in June 2027.
Are these the official OCR dates?
The entries were transcribed from the supplied OCR timetable text and its linked final timetable PDFs. Centres should check OCR for amendments before issuing candidate notices.
What time do AM Cambridge Nationals exams start?
OCR lists the standard AM start time as 9:00 a.m. local time. A centre may adjust within the permitted 8:30–9:30 a.m. window under the examination rules.
What time do PM Cambridge Nationals exams start?
OCR lists the standard PM start time as 1:30 p.m. local time. A centre may adjust within the permitted 1:00–2:00 p.m. window under the examination rules.
What is the June 2027 contingency day?
Wednesday, 23 June 2027 is the designated contingency day for the June series. Candidates should remain available in case nationally significant disruption requires an examination to move.
What does the code such as R038 or R093 mean?
The code identifies the Cambridge National unit in the OCR timetable. Use it when checking entries, clash arrangements and centre instructions.
What does Exam / Unit mean in the table?
It is the unit title being externally examined, such as Principles of engineering design or IT in the digital world.
Which subjects are included?
The 10 subjects are Child Development, Creative iMedia, Engineering Design, Engineering Manufacture, Engineering Programmable Systems, Enterprise and Marketing, Health and Social Care, IT, Sport Science, Sport Studies.
How do I find my Cambridge Nationals exam?
Search your subject, unit title or code, then check the series, date, day, session and duration. Your centre confirms the final reporting details.
What if two Cambridge Nationals exams clash?
Tell your exams officer as soon as possible. The centre will follow OCR’s clash and supervision procedures and tell you the approved arrangement.
Can my centre change the published start time?
Centres may adjust the start within OCR’s permitted session window. They must follow the official examination rules and notify candidates.
Who tells me the room and reporting time?
Your school, college or training provider does. OCR publishes the timetable; the centre issues the candidate-facing room, reporting and access instructions.
What should I bring to the exam?
Bring only items your centre permits, such as approved stationery, candidate identification and authorised equipment. Follow the centre’s exam-day notice.
What if I am ill or miss my Cambridge Nationals exam?
Contact your centre immediately. The exams officer will explain the evidence, absence and any permitted OCR process for your circumstances.
Are coursework and practical assessments included here?
This page focuses on the 20 externally examined units in the supplied timetable. Coursework, NEA and practical assessment arrangements may have separate OCR deadlines and centre schedules.
Where can I check for timetable updates?
Use OCR’s key dates and timetables page and the latest final timetable PDF, then confirm the version and any amendments with your centre.
