One of the easiest ways of learning physics is to master the basic theories. Learning the basic laws will help in solving complex problems later on in the advanced stages. Even better, create a graphical mind map that includes an overview of all the concepts and relate them to the complex problems. Some students at our Centre are aspiring to be a physicists. Traditional memorizing is useful from exam view point but terms, concepts and  Derivations are best practiced , reviewed and understood thoroughly in the head. Our Science faculty have come up with 200 such useful equations which the students are mastering.