Cambridge IGCSE Physics (0625) covers the fundamental principles of physics through theory and practical work. Students learn to observe, investigate, and explain physical phenomena, developing scientific skills for A Level and beyond.
Motion: speed, velocity, acceleration, distance-time and velocity-time graphs. Forces: Newton's laws, weight, friction, pressure, moments. Energy: kinetic, potential, conservation, efficiency, power. Thermal: conduction, convection, radiation, specific heat, latent heat. Waves: transverse/longitudinal, reflection, refraction, diffraction, sound, EM spectrum. Electricity: circuits, Ohm's law, series/parallel, power, energy. Magnetism: magnetic fields, electromagnets, DC motors. Nuclear: atoms, radioactivity, half-life.
Additional content: momentum & impulse, turning effect calculations, pressure in liquids (ρgh), thermal expansion details, wave equation v = fλ, total internal reflection, logic gates, transformer equation, nuclear equations & fission/fusion.
Paper 1 (MCQ, 45 min), Paper 2 (short-answer, 45 min — Core only), Paper 3 (structured, 1h 15min — Extended), Paper 4 (structured, 1h 15min — Extended), Paper 5 or 6 (practical test or alternative to practical). Practise drawing and interpreting graphs — many exam questions involve graphical analysis.
IGCSE Physics is accessible at Core level but Extended content requires good mathematical skills (rearranging formulae, unit conversion, graph interpretation). Regular practice with calculations, past papers, and understanding concepts (not just memorising facts) is key. About 50% of candidates achieve A*–C globally. Start revision early and focus on understanding the physics behind each formula.
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