GCSE Maths (AQA) – Course Overview Summary
This document provides a concise overview of the GCSE Mathematics course for the AQA
exam board, covering the structure, content areas, and assessment objectives.
GCSE Mathematics (AQA)
GCSE Mathematics assesses students’ ability to use mathematical methods, reason
mathematically, and solve problems in a variety of contexts.
Exam Structure
GCSE Maths (AQA) is assessed through three written examination papers:
• Paper 1: Non-calculator
• Paper 2: Calculator
• Paper 3: Calculator
Each paper is 1 hour and 30 minutes long and is worth 80 marks. Students are entered for
either Foundation Tier or Higher Tier.
Tiers of Entry
Foundation Tier: Grades 1–5
Higher Tier: Grades 4–9
Content Areas
The GCSE Maths specification is divided into the following key areas:
• Number
• Algebra
• Ratio, Proportion and Rates of Change
• Geometry and Measures
• Probability
• Statistics
Assessment Objectives
AO1: Use and apply standard mathematical techniques
AO2: Reason mathematically, make deductions and inferences
AO3: Solve problems within mathematical and real-life contexts
This document provides a concise overview of the GCSE Mathematics course for the AQA
exam board, covering the structure, content areas, and assessment objectives.
GCSE Mathematics (AQA)
GCSE Mathematics assesses students’ ability to use mathematical methods, reason
mathematically, and solve problems in a variety of contexts.
Exam Structure
GCSE Maths (AQA) is assessed through three written examination papers:
• Paper 1: Non-calculator
• Paper 2: Calculator
• Paper 3: Calculator
Each paper is 1 hour and 30 minutes long and is worth 80 marks. Students are entered for
either Foundation Tier or Higher Tier.
Tiers of Entry
Foundation Tier: Grades 1–5
Higher Tier: Grades 4–9
Content Areas
The GCSE Maths specification is divided into the following key areas:
• Number
• Algebra
• Ratio, Proportion and Rates of Change
• Geometry and Measures
• Probability
• Statistics
Assessment Objectives
AO1: Use and apply standard mathematical techniques
AO2: Reason mathematically, make deductions and inferences
AO3: Solve problems within mathematical and real-life contexts
