H2 Physics Syllabus 2026 — A-Level (9478) Papers, Topics & Free PDF
19 Oct 2025, 00:00 Z· Last updated 13 Jan 2026
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Q: What does the H2 Physics Syllabus 2026-2027 (9478) cover?
A: Paper weightings, all 20 topics from Measurements to Nuclear Physics, specimen paper links, and a revision-planning overview for A-Level H2 Physics (SEAB 9478).
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Preparing for H2 Physics under the 9478 syllabus (first exam 2026) requires systematic coverage of 20 topics across Newtonian Mechanics, Thermal Physics, Waves, Electricity & Magnetism, and Modern Physics, alongside consistent practical-skills rehearsal for Paper 4. Use this guide to align your study schedule with SEAB's expectations.
Note on syllabus codes: If you're searching for "9749 syllabus", note that SEAB lists 9749 as an outgoing syllabus, while the current H2 Physics syllabus PDF for 2026 is labelled 9478.
Download (Official SEAB Syllabus PDF)
Status: SEAB H2 Physics (9478) syllabus last checked 2026-01-13. Scheme of assessment: Paper 1 (1 h 15 min, 30 marks, 15 %), Paper 2 (2 h, 80 marks, 35 %), Paper 3 (2 h, 80 marks, 30 %), Paper 4 (2 h 30 min, 55 marks, 20 %).
Exam Format at a Glance
| Paper | Weighting | Duration | Focus |
| Paper 1 | 15 % | 1 h 15 min | 30 multiple-choice questions spanning the full syllabus |
| Paper 2 | 35 % | 2 h |
