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GCSE Level

IGCSE™ Physics online course

About the course

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Level

GCSE

Years

10-11 (Typically suitable for children aged 14-16)

Qualification

IGCSE™ Physics syllabus 0625 or 0972

Exam board

Cambridge CAIE IGCSE™

Hours of study

Approx. 290 hours of study time (plus additional time for completing assignments) 


Overview

Our IGCSE™ Physics homeschooling course will encourage your child to explore and understand the basic building blocks of the universe. Through a mix of online study and carefully designed offline experiments, they will examine the key areas of Physics, including:  

  • Key principles and concepts through theory and practical work to learn how physics impacts everyday life and the world around us.
  • Core topics such as Measurement and Motion, Forces and Energy, Waves and Sound, Light, Electricity, and The Earth in Space.
  • How science is explored and applied, and how its outcomes can impact individuals, communities, and the environment.

Our experienced University and Careers Advisor can provide support with choosing the right GCSE Level courses for your child’s ambitions, as well as all aspects of applying to university including UCAS references, interview preparation and more.


Additional information

Our courses are designed to be flexible, enabling you to tailor learning to your child’s individual needs and pace. You can work through the course materials in a way that suits your family, whether that's following a structured schedule or taking a more adaptable approach.

Study method: A self-directed mix of online and offline learning with structured multimedia content. You will be supported throughout your studies with expert Tutor feedback as well as guidance from a dedicated Student Progress Manager. Students can book 1:1 sessions with a Tutor for this course for an additional fee.

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Course samples for GCSE Level courses

We provide course samples so you can explore our GCSE Level courses before enrolling your child. 

A course sample gives you a clear preview of the course structure, content, and level, helping you decide whether it is right for your child. 

A course sample includes: 

  • An overview of learning covered across the course
  • Example lessons 
  • The first assignment from the course
  • Information about learning materials and guidance 

The course sample shows what the course would look like if your child were enrolled, helping you feel confident before moving on to making an enquiry or application.  

View IGCSE™ Level course sample

Assessments & exams

Exams

This course will assess your child’s understanding across three papers: 

Paper 2: This paper is a multiple choice paper lasting 45 minutes, accounting for 30% of the overall grade. 

Paper 4: This paper is an extended theory paper lasting 1 hour and 15 minutes, accounting for 50% of the overall grade. 

Paper 6: This paper is an alternative to a Practical paper which will test your child’s knowledge of practical procedures they will study during the course. It lasts for 1 hour and accounts for 20% of the overall grade. 


Mock exams

All of our GCSE Level courses include a number of past exam papers in the final module to support students’ learning. This includes the most recent paper, which can be taken as a mock exam and submitted to the course Tutor for feedback for an additional fee. 


72% pass rate

In 2024, our GCSE Level students achieved a pass rate of 72% at A*-C grade, with 23% achieving grades A* to A across all their courses. 


Exam centres

Your child can take their IGCSE™ exams at Cambridge exam centres in over 150 countries. We can provide details of the closest exam centre for your family. 

Course bundles & savings

Choose the perfect combination of courses for your child with our flexible approach to homeschooling. The more courses you select, the more you save per course. Please note that short course fees are not included in bundle pricing.

1-3 courses

From £900 per course

4 courses

From £750 per course

5+ courses

From £700 per course

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