GCSE · AQA · Physics
AQA GCSE Physics (8463) revision for both papers
32 AQA papers at Foundation and Higher tier, 1,580 questions across all eight topics, plus revision notes and flashcards. Answer a question, get it marked against the AQA mark scheme with feedback on what you missed, then rewrite it and have it marked again.
Studying A-Level instead? Go to the AQA A-Level Physics (7408) course.
What you'll study
The AQA GCSE Physics topics on Markaroo
Foundation (1F) and Higher (1H).
- 4.1 Energy
- 4.2 Electricity
- 4.3 Particle model of matter
- 4.4 Atomic structure
Foundation (2F) and Higher (2H).
- 4.5 Forces
- 4.6 Waves
- 4.7 Magnetism and electromagnetism
- 4.8 Space physics
Paper 1 (1F and 1H) and Paper 2 (2F and 2H) cover June 2018, June 2019, November 2020, November 2021, June 2022, June 2023, June 2024 and June 2025: 32 papers in all. The revision notes and flashcards also cover the ten required practicals, working scientifically and maths skills.
Assessment
How AQA GCSE Physics is examined
| Paper | What's assessed | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 (1 hr 45 min) | Topics 4.1 to 4.4: energy, electricity, particle model of matter, and atomic structure | 100 · 50% |
| Paper 2 (1 hr 45 min) | Topics 4.5 to 4.8: forces, waves, magnetism and electromagnetism, and space physics | 100 · 50% |
Both papers are sat at Foundation or Higher tier. Your written answers are marked against the AQA mark scheme for that question, with feedback on what would gain you more marks.
Markaroo is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by AQA. Past papers are attempted and marked inside the app, not offered as downloads.
Questions
AQA GCSE Physics on Markaroo
Which AQA GCSE Physics (8463) papers does Markaroo cover?
Both papers at both tiers: Paper 1 Foundation and Higher (topics 4.1 to 4.4) and Paper 2 Foundation and Higher (topics 4.5 to 4.8). There are 32 AQA papers: 1F, 1H, 2F and 2H for June 2018, June 2019, November 2020, November 2021 and June 2022 to June 2025. That is 1,580 exam questions.
How is AQA GCSE Physics assessed?
Two written exams, each 1 hour 45 minutes, 100 marks and 50% of the GCSE, sat at Foundation or Higher tier. Paper 1 covers energy, electricity, particle model of matter, and atomic structure. Paper 2 covers forces, waves, magnetism and electromagnetism, and space physics.
Is this GCSE Physics or Combined Science?
This course is AQA GCSE Physics 8463, the separate science. It is not AQA GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy (8464). For the A-Level, see the AQA A-Level Physics (7408) course.
Are there revision notes and flashcards?
Yes. There are 115 revision notes across all eight topics, plus the ten required practicals, working scientifically and maths skills, and 1,109 spaced-repetition flashcards in 115 decks, alongside the past-paper questions.
Does Markaroo replace my teacher's marking?
No. Markaroo supplements teacher marking rather than replacing it. It gives you more practice with feedback against the AQA mark scheme between the pieces of work your teacher marks.
Is there a free plan for AQA GCSE Physics on Markaroo?
Yes. The free plan gives you your coach and 2 written answers marked free, with no card required. Plus unlocks unlimited questions, AI essay marking and the rewrite loop from £6.99 a month (add more subjects for £5 each, with a 7-day free trial).