National 5 Physics
Course Specification
Explains the structure of the course, including its purpose and aims and information on the skills, knowledge and understanding that will be developed.
- N5 Physics Course Specification October 2018
Past Papers and Marking Instructions
Access all past papers by subject/level
Additional question papers resources
Illustrates the standard, structure and requirements of the question papers candidates will sit (includes marking instructions).
- Physics Specimen Question Paper National 5
September 2017
2021
Coursework
This section provides information on marking instructions and/or the coursework assessment task(s). It includes information that centres need to administer coursework and must be read in conjunction with the course specification.
Information on the production and submission of SQA-assessed coursework for National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher.
- Coursework for External Assessment (261 KB)
Understanding Standards (13/03/2024)
Examples of candidate evidence with commentaries
Webinar (recording)
Course assessment 20 June 2017
Audio Presentation
- Assignment 2023-2024 (15.79 MB)
- Physics Units: assessment and external verification (SCQF level 3 - SCQF level 7) (56.33 MB)
Changes to Understanding Standards materials
Please note: Understanding Standards materials are regularly reviewed to ensure they remain up to date.
Additional Resources session 2020-22
Further information can be found on the Understanding Standards Website.
Course reports (02/10/2023)
Provides information on the performance of candidates - which is useful to teachers, lecturers and assessors in their preparation of candidates for future assessment.
Course Reports
- 2023 National 5 Physics Course Report
October 2023 - 2022 National 5 Physics course report
September 2022 - 2019 National 5 Physics Course Report
September 2019
Data and Relationship sheets
General marking principles (Aug 2022)
- Physics: General marking principles (1.00 MB)
Ushare open learning resources
Related Information
Contact Information
- Candidate and General Enquiries
- 0345 279 1000