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Physics and Maths GCSE: Everything You Need to Know About Studying Both Subjects

Discover how physics and maths connect at GCSE level - key maths skills, shared topics, and how to study both online with Lift College.

By Dr Mark Fielding, Head of A Levels and GCSEsPublished 8 min read

How physics and maths connect at GCSE

Maths skills such as rearranging equations, graphs and standard form appear throughout GCSE Physics. Studying both together strengthens each subject.

Qualifications and boards

Lift College currently delivers GCSE Physics through AQA. Across GCSEs, Lift offers AQA, Edexcel (Pearson) and OCR. Written exams are sat at approved centres.

Progression

Strong GCSE Maths and Physics support sixth-form science routes, apprenticeships and many STEM pathways. GCSE Maths is a near-universal requirement for further study and many jobs.

View GCSE Physics online.

Browse the GCSE courses hub.

Related: GCSE Maths complete guide.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need maths GCSE before physics GCSE?
No formal maths GCSE is required, but strong numeracy helps physics a lot.
Can adults resit GCSE Maths and Physics?
Yes. Adults can sit or resit GCSEs as private candidates.
Do I sit exams at home?
No. Written papers must be sat in person at an approved centre.
Can I study both at the same time?
Yes. You can enrol on more than one GCSE at once with Lift College.
How much do the courses cost?
See GCSE course pages for current Study-only and +Exams monthly prices.
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