Edexcel IAS Physics
Units 1, 2 & 3 β AS Level Physics. Master the fundamental laws of mechanics, electricity, and waves.
π Specification Overview
Edexcel IAS Physics (WPH11) β Units 1, 2 & 3
Mechanics & Materials
- π Quantities and Units
- β‘ Kinematics and Dynamics
- π§ Work, Energy and Power
- π Materials and Their Properties
- π Momentum and Impulse
- π§ͺ Core Practicals: Mechanics
Electricity, Waves & Particle Physics
- β‘ Electric Circuits
- π Waves and Wave Properties
- π¬ Particle Physics and Quantum
- π‘ Refraction and Diffraction
- π§ͺ Core Practicals: Electricity and Waves
Practical Skills in Physics I
- π§ͺ Core Practical Skills
- π Data Analysis and Interpretation
- π¬ Experimental Techniques
- π Writing Practical Reports
- β‘ Error Analysis and Uncertainties
π Study Routine (5 PM β 6 PM)
Daily 1-hour focused study session for IAS Physics mastery
- πΉ 0-10 mins: Quick review of yesterday's topic (active recall)
- πΉ 10-30 mins: Core concept learning β new topic or revision
- πΉ 30-50 mins: Practice questions β past paper questions or worksheets
- πΉ 50-60 mins: Review β mark answers, identify gaps, make notes
π‘ Pro Tip: Physics requires consistent practice. Spend 10 minutes each session on calculations β this builds speed and accuracy for exam success!
π Exam Style & Assessment
Understand the structure and format of your exams
Paper Format
Multiple choice, short answer, and extended response questions
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Marks: 80
Question Types
β’ Multiple Choice (20%)
β’ Short Answer & Calculations (50%)
β’ Extended Response (30%)
Practical Skills
Unit 3 focuses on core practical skills
β’ Experimental design
β’ Data analysis
β’ Uncertainty calculations
Marking Scheme
β’ Method marks for calculations
β’ Significant figures and units
β’ Quality of Written Communication (QWC)
π Grade Boundaries (2026)
Typical grade boundaries for IAS Physics (Unit 1, 2 & 3)
| Grade | Percentage | Marks (out of 80) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| A* | 90%+ | 72+ | Outstanding performance β top 10% of candidates |
| A | 80β89% | 64β71 | Excellent understanding of all topics |
| B | 70β79% | 56β63 | Good understanding with some areas of strength |
| C | 60β69% | 48β55 | Satisfactory understanding of core concepts |
| D | 50β59% | 40β47 | Basic understanding of fundamental topics |
| E | 40β49% | 32β39 | Minimum pass β meets basic requirements |
π Note: Grade boundaries vary slightly each session. These are typical boundaries β check the official Pearson Edexcel website for exact boundaries.
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