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Edexcel
Higher
Spec 1PH0H
Edexcel GCSE Physics — Higher
Pearson Edexcel 1PH0 Higher. Targets grades 4–9 with momentum, advanced equations and quantitative analysis.
Papers
2
Total marks
200
Tier
Higher
Board
Edexcel
Course overview
Pearson Edexcel GCSE Physics (1PH0) at Higher tier targets grades 4–9. Same paper structure as Foundation with more demanding calculation and evaluation questions.
Paper-by-paper breakdown
Paper 1
1h 45m 100 marks 50% Calculator: Allowed
Topics covered
- •Motion and forces
- •Conservation of energy
- •Waves
- •Light and the electromagnetic spectrum
- •Radioactivity
- •Astronomy
Paper 2
1h 45m 100 marks 50% Calculator: Allowed
Topics covered
- •Energy — forces doing work
- •Forces and their effects
- •Electricity and circuits
- •Magnetism and the motor effect
- •Electromagnetic induction
- •Particle model
- •Forces and matter
Assessment objectives
AO1
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of scientific ideas, techniques and procedures
Weighting: 40%
AO2
Apply knowledge and understanding to scientific contexts
Weighting: 40%
AO3
Analyse information and ideas to interpret, evaluate and develop arguments
Weighting: 20%
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