Physics Course
Cambridge O Level Physics (5054)
The Cambridge O Level qualification developing core physics understanding — motion, energy, thermal physics, waves, electricity and atomic physics — with theory and practical assessment.
Who it's for
Audience
O Level students building the foundation for A Level or equivalent further study.
Assessment
Papers & components
Paper 1 · Multiple Choice
Breadth across the full syllabus.
Paper 2 · Theory
Structured questions testing understanding and application.
Paper 3 · Practical Test
Hands-on experimental skills.
Paper 4 · Alternative to Practical
Experimental technique, measurement and data handling on paper.
Syllabus
Topics covered
- Measurement & units
- Kinematics & dynamics
- Mass, weight & density
- Forces, moments & pressure
- Work, energy & power
- Thermal physics
- Waves, light & sound
- Electricity & magnetism
- Electromagnetic effects
- Atomic physics
- Space physics
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