We revise qualifications regularly to make sure that they continue to meet the needs of our learners, schools and higher education institutions around the world, and that they are up-to-date with current thinking. We have updated this syllabus and all assessment materials to improve the clarity and consistency between Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
How has the syllabus changed?
To make it easier for teachers to understand what's required, we have:
- updated the learning outcomes, clarifying the depth to which each topic should be taught. Although the wording will look different in many places, the teaching content remains largely the same
- updated the list of command words and their meanings to help learners know what's expected of them in the exam.
How has the assessment changed?
The components stay the same and changes are fairly minor.
When do these changes take place?
The updated syllabus is for examination from June 2022 onwards. Examinations are available in March 2022 (India only). Please see the 2022-2024 syllabus above for full details.
Coming soon
Look out for a range of materials to help you teach the updated syllabus
Support
We are working on a comprehensive range of materials to help you teach the updated syllabus, available from April 2020 onwards (before first teaching) through our School Support Hub including:
- Scheme of work
- Learner guide
- Next Steps guide
- Example Candidate Responses
- Resource Plus.
Training
Sign up for online Introductory training from June 2020 and online Extension Training from September 2021.
Endorsed resources
View the latest resources that are being developed for Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics (9702).
Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics (Collins)
Deepen students' understanding and evaluate learning with regular questions and practical activities. This course provides regular opportunities to draw connections between topics.
Read more on the Collins website
Physics for Cambridge International AS & A Level (Cambridge University Press)
Extensive research through lesson observations, teacher interviews and work with The Cambridge Panel provides first-hand classroom support to the teacher and ESL learner in our new editions and helps your learners develop 21st century skills.
Read more on the Cambridge University Press website
Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics (Hodder)
Confidently navigate the Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics (9702) syllabus with a structured approach ensuring that the link between theory and practice is consolidated, scientific skills are applied, and analytical skills developed.
Read more on the Hodder website