NESA Physics Syllabus

5 units, 23 topics · Avg. scores from 1,494 student attempts on AusGrader · Click a topic to expand learning outcomes

Avg %

Advanced Mechanics

54.6%

Electromagnetism

62.6%

The Nature of Light

74.7%

From the Universe to the Atom

73.4%

Working Scientifically Skills

63.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the NESA Physics exam?
The NESA Physics exam is 185 minutes total — 180 minutes of writing time plus 5 minutes of reading (perusal) time.
Is a calculator allowed in the NESA Physics exam?
Yes, a calculator is allowed in the NESA Physics exam.
How many units are in the NESA Physics syllabus?
The NESA Physics syllabus has 5 units and 23 topics. The units are Advanced Mechanics, Electromagnetism, The Nature of Light, From the Universe to the Atom, and Working Scientifically Skills.
Which NESA Physics unit is tested most in the exam?
Electromagnetism has the most NESA past paper questions on AusGrader with 52 questions, making it the most frequently tested unit in NESA Physics.

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