IGCSE Physics · 1.8 Pressure
Pressure for IGCSE Physics
Pressure is mapped to 1.8 Pressure in the Cambridge IGCSE Physics pathway. Use this public guide to see exactly where the concept fits, what to master, and which GioPhysics resource continues the study sequence.
Where this fits
1.8 Pressure
- Curriculum
- Cambridge IGCSE Physics
- Theme or group
- Motion, forces and energy
- Current framework
- Examinations in 2026–2028 · Version 2 (December 2025)
Continue to fluid pressure for depth and density; hydraulics and buoyancy are enrichment.
Mastery checklist
Know what success looks like.
- 01
Define pressure in precise physics language.
- 02
Choose and apply the mapped relationship with symbols, units, and assumptions stated.
- 03
Explain how the result fits the wider syllabus topic and test whether it is reasonable.
Exam lens
Build, apply, check.
1.8 Pressure sits inside Motion, forces and energy. Build the concept first, then practise selecting a model, showing working, and checking the final result.
Teaching sequence
1.8 Pressure
This curriculum row maps directly to one GioPhysics concept guide.
- 01PressureCurrent guide