Year 10 begins the GCSE Physics course in England, typically covering energy, electricity, particle model of matter and atomic structure. Formulae and units become central, and students meet the equation sheet they will use in both papers.

The main shift from Key Stage 3 is mathematical: rearranging equations, working in standard form, converting units and drawing accurate graphs all carry marks. The four English boards cover the same core content — the board pages set out the specification detail.

Curriculum Breakdown

Important Topics

Energy — Energy stores and transfers, work, power, efficiency and national resources.
Electricity — Circuits, current, potential difference, resistance, power and mains electricity.
Particle Model of Matter — Density, internal energy, specific heat capacity and changes of state.
Atomic Structure — The nuclear model, isotopes, radioactive decay, half-life and safety.
Required Practicals — Resistance, I-V characteristics, density and specific heat capacity.
Maths Skills — Rearranging equations, standard form, units and accurate graph drawing.

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