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International GCSE Physics Equations Support News
This update reproduces our letter to centres offering International GCSE Physics, Double Award Science and Single Award Science, regarding confirmation of our support for candidates regarding physics equations.
Decision on physics equation sheet announced
The UK Government's Department of Education has confirmed that students will not need to memorise formulae and equations for GCSE maths, physics and combined science (physics) for June 2025, 2026 and 2027.
For our International GCSE Physics, Science Double Award and Single Award (physics) papers we will follow the same approach as for UK qualifications for all series.
Pearson will continue to provide students with support materials in the form of a formulae sheet for International GCSE Physics, Science Double Award and Single Award (Physics) in 2025, 2026 and 2027. We will provide clean copies with their 2025, 2026 and 2027 exam papers.
This means the formulae sheet to be used in the 2025 exams will be the same as those used for exams in 2024. As such, students and teachers may access the exam boards’ 2024 sheets for practice purposes, if they wish. Please find links to download these below.
Subject advisor
Irine Muhiuddin and Tim Lawrence
UK and International Science
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November 2025 Teaching Science update
Welcome to your November Teaching Science update! This month’s edition brings together everything you need to stay informed and supported in your teaching - from key dates and training opportunities, to the latest qualification news and classroom resources. Whether you're planning ahead or looking for the latest support, I hope you find this update useful.
Best wishes,
Irine Muhiuddin
Science Subject Advisor -
International Science Qualification News November 2025
Hello colleagues,
This update contains news of key exam materials including equation sheets for International GCSE Physics and the scientific article for IAL Biology. We also have some clarification on unit prefixes for IAL candidates, a chance to have your say about the future of IAL Physics and reassuring news about entry requirements to top UK universities. We also have new core practical video playlists for International GCSE teachers.
As ever, don't hesitate to get in touch if I can help in any way.
Best wishes,
Tim Lawrence
Pearson Edexcel Subject Advisor for International Science Qualifications