Cambridge A Level Physics 9702 — Revision Notes & Past Papers
Free Cambridge International A Level Physics 9702 revision notes, worked examples, AI-marked practice questions and past papers — mapped to the full syllabus for the 2026 exam cohort.
What is Cambridge International A Level Physics 9702?
What is Cambridge International A Level Physics 9702?
Cambridge International A Level Physics (9702) is Cambridge Assessment International Education's A Level physics qualification. The syllabus is split between AS (Papers 1-3) and A2 (Papers 4-5), covering mechanics, waves, electricity, materials, electric and magnetic fields, quantum physics, nuclear physics, and medical physics. Strong emphasis on practical skills with two practical-based papers.
Assessment
| Paper | Total marks | Duration | Style of questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 — Multiple Choice | 40 marks | 1h 15 | 40 multiple-choice questions (AS content) · 31% of AS Level, 15.5% of A Level |
| Paper 2 — AS Level Structured Questions | 60 marks | 1h 15 | Structured questions (AS content) · 46% of AS Level, 23% of A Level |
| Paper 3 — Advanced Practical Skills | 40 marks | 2h | Practical work and structured questions · 23% of AS Level, 11.5% of A Level |
| Paper 4 — A Level Structured Questions | 100 marks | 2h | Structured questions (A Level content, assumes AS) · 38.5% of A Level |
| Paper 5 — Planning, Analysis and Evaluation | 30 marks | 1h 15 | Two compulsory questions on planning, analysis and evaluation · 11.5% of A Level |
AS Level = Papers 1, 2 & 3. Full A Level = all five papers. All papers are written and externally assessed; there is no coursework. Grades a–e (AS) / A*–E (A Level).
Source: Cambridge International A Level Physics 9702 syllabus
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