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Pearson Edexcel IGCSEPhysics — 4PH1

Develop a strong understanding of core physics concepts, build scientific thinking and achieve excellent results in your IGCSE Physics exams.

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About Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Physics

What Is Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Physics 4PH1?

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Physics 4PH1 is an internationally recognised qualification that develops students’ understanding of physical principles, scientific investigation, and mathematical problem-solving. The Edexcel IGCSE Physics syllabus covers areas such as forces and motion, electricity, waves, energy, magnetism, radioactivity, and astrophysics. The qualification also develops students’ ability to interpret experimental data, apply equations, analyse graphs, and use physics concepts to explain real-world phenomena.

What Equations Should Students Know for Edexcel IGCSE Physics 4PH1?

Knowing and correctly applying the required equations is an important part of Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Physics 4PH1. Students need to understand what each equation represents, identify the correct quantities and units, and rearrange formulas when necessary. Strong IGCSE Physics equation practice also helps students solve calculation-based questions involving motion, forces, energy, electricity, waves, and other areas of physics. Students should focus on understanding when and how to apply equations rather than simply memorising them.

  • Understand the meaning of important physics equations.
  • Identify the correct equation for different problems.
  • Rearrange formulas to find unknown quantities.
  • Use correct SI units and prefixes.
  • Show clear working in multi-step calculations.
  • Apply equations to Edexcel IGCSE Physics exam questions.

Topics covered

Complete coverage of all core topics in Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Physics (4PH1).

  • 1

    Forces and Motion

    • 2

      Electricity

      • 3

        Waves

        • 4

          Energy Resources and Energy Transfers

          • 5

            Solids, Liquids and Gases

            • 6

              Magnetism and Electromagnetism

              • 7

                Radioactivity and Particles

                • 8

                  Astrophysics

                  These 8 cards are what TutorWick teaches for Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Physics 4PH1. They follow TutorWick's own course outline rather than Pearson's published topic numbering.

                  IGCSE Physics Exam Details

                  • 1

                    Paper 1

                    Duration
                    2 hours
                    Marks
                    110 Marks

                    Physics

                  • 2

                    Paper 2

                    Duration
                    1 hour 15
                    Marks
                    70 Marks

                    Physics

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                  How TutorWick teaches Edexcel IGCSE Physics

                  TutorWick teaches Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Physics 4PH1 in live online classes, one-to-one or in a small group, and prepares for the exam with past papers, structured practice and mock exams. Concepts come first, then the equations and calculation-based questions the papers actually set.

                  1. 1. Assess against the syllabus

                    The free trial class starts with a diagnostic across the 4PH1 topics, so the plan begins from what your child can already do.

                  2. 2. Teach the concepts

                    Lessons target the topics losing marks — forces and motion, electricity, waves and magnetism, energy resources — running concept, worked example and guided practice inside the same hour.

                  3. 3. Practise on past papers

                    Past papers and their mark schemes are worked in every study plan, building fluency with the equation-based, calculation-heavy questions the papers actually set.

                  4. 4. Prove the gain

                    Topic tests and timed mock exams re-check the same weaknesses, and the scores go to parents in a written progress update.

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                  Frequently Asked Questions

                  • What is Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Physics (4PH1)?

                    Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Physics (4PH1) is an internationally recognised qualification that develops physics knowledge, scientific understanding, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

                  • Who is this course suitable for?

                    The course is suitable for students aged 14–16 preparing for the Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Physics (4PH1) examination.

                  • How is the IGCSE Physics (4PH1) exam structured?

                    The 4PH1 qualification is assessed through written examination papers covering key areas including forces, electricity, waves, energy, electromagnetism, radioactivity and astrophysics.

                  • What topics are covered in Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Physics?

                    The syllabus covers Forces and Motion, Electricity, Waves, Energy Resources and Energy Transfers, Solids, Liquids and Gases, Magnetism and Electromagnetism, Radioactivity and Particles, and Astrophysics.

                  • How does TutorWick help students achieve better results in IGCSE Physics?

                    TutorWick provides live online tutoring, expert tutors, personalised learning, past-paper practice, structured revision and mock exams to improve exam performance, problem-solving skills and confidence.

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