Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Physics (4PH1)
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What is Edexcel IGCSE Physics (4PH1)?
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Physics (4PH1) develops students' understanding of the principles of physics, practical investigation and the application of scientific ideas. The qualification is assessed through two written papers: Paper 1 lasts 2 hours and Paper 2 lasts 1 hour 15 minutes. The assessment is linear and covers the full specification, with Paper 2 also assessing the additional bold content identified in the specification. Examinations are available in the June and November examination series.
Untiered Physics Support
This qualification is untiered, so all students study the same course and sit the same papers, with support tailored to their level and target grade
Strong Concept & Exam Preparation
We focus on areas where students need to combine physics knowledge with accurate calculations, interpretation and application, including:
• Standard form, significant figures and correct units
• Applying equations and showing clear working
• Graphs, data interpretation and experimental variables
• Electricity, waves and electromagnetic effects
• Radioactivity, half-life and particle physics
These are tutoring focus areas designed to help students develop the skills needed for Pearson Edexcel examination questions.
Online Edexcel IGCSE Physics (4PH1) Tutoring Across Saudi Arabia
We provide expert online Edexcel IGCSE Physics (4PH1) tutoring for students across Saudi Arabia. Whether a student needs help with theory, calculations, practical-style questions, or exam revision, our one-to-one online sessions provide flexible and focused academic support.
Riyadh
Students in Riyadh receive structured Edexcel IGCSE Physics (4PH1) tutoring with clear explanations, guided practice, and personalised support.
Jeddah
We offer online Edexcel IGCSE Physics tutoring in Jeddah for students who want to strengthen weak topics and prepare more confidently for exams.
Dammam
Students in Dammam benefit from focused online physics lessons that improve concept clarity, scientific reasoning, and exam performance.
Al Khobar
Our tutoring in Al Khobar helps students build confidence in Edexcel IGCSE Physics (4PH1) through one-to-one support and targeted revision.
Dhahran
For students in Dhahran, we provide personalised physics tutoring with strong attention to syllabus coverage, calculations, and steady progress.
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Physics (4PH1) Practical Skills
Assessed through the written papers
Practical skills are assessed through the written papers; there is no separate practical exam. The specification names practicals that students should be able to describe and evaluate, including:
- Motion of everyday objects
- Extension of springs, wires and rubber bands
- Charging insulators by friction
- Refraction of light and determining the refractive index of glass
- Measuring the speed of sound in air and determining frequency using an oscilloscope
- Thermal energy transfer by conduction, convection and radiation
- Determining density from mass and volume
- Temperature-time investigations for melting and boiling, and determining specific heat capacity
- Magnetic field patterns
- Investigating the penetrating power of radiation
We also practise the skills these questions test, including identifying variables, choosing appropriate graph scales, using correct units and significant figures, and evaluating experimental methods.
Our Teaching Approach
One-to-One Online Tutoring
Lessons are tailored to the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Physics 4PH1 specification, helping students build secure understanding across the full course while identifying topics and skills that need further practice.
Assignments & Detailed Feedback
Students practise calculations, structured questions, data interpretation and practical-based problems, with feedback focused on accurate working, units, scientific terminology and applying physics to unfamiliar situations.
Mock Exams & Past Paper Practice
Students prepare for both Pearson Edexcel Physics papers. Paper 1 lasts 2 hours and carries 110 marks, while Paper 2 lasts 1 hour 15 minutes and carries 70 marks. We practise the full range of question styles and prepare students to show working, use correct units and respond effectively to practical and data-based questions.
Topics Covered
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Physics (4PH1) covers eight main areas of physics, including forces and motion, electricity, waves, energy resources and energy transfers, solids, liquids and gases, magnetism and electromagnetism, radioactivity and particles, and astrophysics.
Forces, Energy & Matter
- Forces and motion
- Energy resources and energy transfers
- Solids, liquids and gases
Electricity, Waves & Magnetism
- Electricity
- Waves
- Magnetism and electromagnetism
Atomic & Space Physics
- Radioactivity and particles
- Astrophysics
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Physics (4PH1) is assessed through two written papers. Paper 1 lasts 2 hours and is worth 110 marks, while Paper 2 lasts 1 hour 15 minutes and is worth 70 marks. Paper 1 assesses the non-bold content, while Paper 2 can assess all content, including the additional bold content identified in the specification.
The specification covers eight areas: Forces and motion; Energy resources and energy transfers; Solids, liquids and gases; Electricity; Waves; Magnetism and electromagnetism; Radioactivity and particles; and Astrophysics.
No. There is no separate practical examination. Practical knowledge and skills are assessed through the written examination papers, including questions involving experimental methods, data, graphs, variables and evaluation.
No. 4PH1 is untiered: all students sit the same two papers, graded 9 to 1.
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Physics (4PH1) is available in the June and November examination series.
