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AITCHISON COLLEGE (Senior School) CURRICULUM GUIDE
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CURRICULUM GUIDE
PHYSICS
AIMS
The Course Cambridge IGCSE is typically for learners
aged 14 to 16 years. The Course Cambridge
International AS & A Level Physics (9702) is typically
for learners aged 16 to 18 years. The Course
Cambridge IGCSE Physics (0625)/ Cambridge
emphasizes a broad and balanced study between
knowledge and skills. It develops learners' skills in
creative thinking, enquiry, problem solving and is
structured so that the students build practical skills
and theoretical knowledge. Cambridge IGCSE Physics
develop learner knowledge, understanding and
skills in:
• Subject content
• Applying knowledge and understanding to
familiar and new situations
• Intellectual enquiry
• Flexibility and responsiveness to change
• Influencing outcomes
• Cultural awareness.
Cambridge International AS and A Level Physics builds
on the skills acquired at Cambridge IGCSE
(or equivalent) level. The syllabus includes the main
theoretical concepts which are fundamental to the
subject, a section on some current applications of
physics, and a strong emphasis on advanced practical
skills. Practical skills are assessed in a timetabled
practical examination.
NATURE OF COURSE
Aitchison College offers Cambridge IGCSE and
Cambridge International AS and A Level Physics.
Cambridge IGCSE is widely recognized by higher
education institutions and employers around the
world as evidence of academic achievement. Many
universities require a combination of Cambridge
International A Levels and Cambridge IGCSEs to meet
their entry requirements.
EXPERIMENTAL IMPORTANCE
The Courses gives great importance to Experimental
knowledge. The students taking the Physics course
are required to:
Carry out techniques, use apparatus, handle
measuring devices and materials effectively and safely,
make and record observations, measurements and
estimates with due regard to precision, accuracy and
units; Interpret, evaluate and report upon observations
and experimental data; Identify problems, plan and
carry out investigations, including the selection of
techniques, apparatus, measuring devices and materials;
ASSESSMENT DETAILS
IGCSE Physics 0625
For the Cambridge IGCSE in Physics, Candidates take three components: Paper 2, Paper 4 and Paper 6.
i. Paper 2:
Multiple Choice 45 minutes
40 marks
40 four-choice multiple-choice questions. Questions will be based on the extended subject content (Core and Supplement).
ii. Paper 4:
Theory 1 Hour 15 minutes
80 marks
Short-answer and structured questions. Questions will be based on the extended subject content (Core and Supplement).
Paper 6:
Alternative to Practical 1 Hour
40 marks
Questions will be based on the experimental skills in Section 4.