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A Level Further Maths Exam
A Level Further Maths Exam
Become an A Level Further Maths private candidate and book your A Level Further Maths exam today. Our team at Pass A level will arrange everything for you, booking you in at your local exam centre. Taking your A Level Further Maths exam can improve your job prospects or help secure you a place on your dream university course.
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Official A Level Further Maths qualification
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Qualifications worth up to 56 UCAS points - secure your place at University!
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A Level Further Maths Exam Information
Entry Requirements
For A Level Further Maths, it is recommended that learners have a strong GCSE Maths background, typically a grade 7 or higher, as the subject builds on advanced mathematical knowledge and skills.
Can I resit A Level Further Maths?
Anyone can resit their A Level Further Maths exam with Pass A Level. Resits are available to learners who did not achieve their desired grade first time or who want to improve their result.
Exam Day Setup
On exam day, learners sit their A Level Further Maths exam in person at the examination centre arranged by the Pass A Level team. The A Level Further Maths exam is paper based. After booking, all details are confirmed in advance so learners are fully prepared well before their exam date.
Should I take an A Level Further Maths qualification?
Taking or resitting A Level Further Maths can open up a wide range of academic and career opportunities, particularly for learners aiming for degrees in mathematics, engineering, physics, or related subjects. Many learners choose Further Maths to strengthen their UCAS points profile and demonstrate strong mathematical ability to universities. An A Level Further Maths qualification is worth up to 56 UCAS points, depending on the grade achieved. Support is available for both learners resitting A Level Further Maths and those taking it for the first time as a private candidate.
What is the process like to register for the A Level Further Maths Exam?
- You can register for your A Level Further Maths exam through the above link or by visiting our A Level Further Maths Resit page on Pass A Level. Ideally, aim to book your exam six months before the exams are due to take place, usually around December.
- After booking your exam, you will receive a confirmation invoice by email. The Pass A Level team will then collect some additional information from you.
- You will be booked in as an A Level Further Maths private candidate at a local examination centre. The team will confirm the date, time and location of your exams in advance so you are fully prepared for exam day.
How can I revise a level Further Maths online?
We can provide some free A Level Further Maths online resources:
When can I take my A Level Further Maths exam?
A Level Further Maths exams take place in the summer of each year, usually across May and June, with results day typically at the end of August.
What do I need to pass the qualification?
To gain your A Level Further Maths qualification, you will need to pass your exams, which are split across Pure Mathematics and additional applied or optional content, depending on the specification.
Exam Boards
Booked through Pass A Level, the A Level Further Maths private candidate qualification will be awarded by either AQA, OCR, or Edexcel if you pass.
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Official Qualification
The A Level Further Maths exam and A Level Further Maths resit are recognised across the UK. They are the same qualifications as those offered in schools and colleges.
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Requirements
It is recommended that learners have a strong GCSE Maths background, typically a grade 7 or higher, before purchasing an A Level Further Maths exam.
A Level Further Maths Exam Information - AQA (7367)
The AQA A Level Further Maths qualification builds directly on the full GCSE Maths syllabus and develops these ideas in much greater depth. For this reason, we recommend a strong GCSE Maths background, ideally at grade 4/C or above, and it is also advisable that you are currently studying, or have previously completed, AS Level Maths or A Level Maths. While these recommendations help ensure you are well prepared, they are not compulsory, and the AQA A Level Further Maths exam remains open to all learners.
Paper 1
Topics
Proof, complex numbers, matrices, further algebra and functions, further calculus, further vectors, polar coordinates, hyperbolic functions, differential equations, numerical methods
Format
Short, single-mark questions to multi-step problems
Paper 2
Topics
Any content from paper 1
Format
Short, single-mark questions to multi-step problems
Paper 3
Topics
A combination of:
Discrete maths + statistics,
statistics + mechanics,
mechanics + discrete maths.
Format
Short, single-mark questions to multi-step problems
A Level Further Maths Exam Information - Edexcel (9FM0)
The Edexcel A Level Further Maths qualification builds on the full GCSE Maths syllabus and extends key concepts further. For this reason, we recommend a strong GCSE Maths background, ideally at grade 4/C or above, and it is also advisable that you are currently studying, or have previously completed, AS Level Maths or A Level Maths. These are recommendations rather than formal requirements, and the Edexcel A Level Further Maths exam is open to all learners.
Paper 1 + Paper 2
Topics
Proof, complex numbers, matrices, further algebra and functions, further calculus, further vectors, polar coordinates, hyperbolic functions, differential equations, numerical methods
Format
Paper 1 + 2 contain questions from the Pure Mathematics content, containing short, single-mark questions to multi-step problems
Paper 3 + Paper 4
Topics
Take two options from the following eight:
3A/4A: Further pure mathematics 1/2,
3B/4B: Further statistics 1/2,
3C/4C: Further mechanics 1/2,
3D/4D: Decision mathematics 1/2.
Format
Choose a pair of options, either: Any two option 1 papers, or a matching pair of option 1 and 2 papers. All contain short, single-mark questions to multi-step problems
A Level Further Maths Exam Information - OCR (H245)
The OCR A Level Further Maths qualification builds on the full GCSE Maths syllabus and develops core ideas in greater depth. For this reason, we recommend a strong GCSE Maths background, ideally at grade 4/C or above, and it is also advisable that you are currently studying, or have previously completed, AS Level Maths or A Level Maths. These are recommended preparation steps rather than formal entry requirements, and the OCR A Level Further Maths exam is open to all learners.
Paper 1 + Paper 2
Topics
Both papers will assess all content of Pure Core and all of the Overarching Themes
Format
Both assessments have an increasing gradient of difficulty through the paper and consists of a mix of short and long questions.
Paper 3 + Paper 4
Topics
Any two areas chosen from:
Statistics,
mechanics,
discrete mathematics,
additional pure mathematics.
Format
All assessments have an increasing gradient of difficulty through the paper and consists of a mix of short and long questions.
A Level Further Maths Exam Dates 2026
| Date | Time | Duration | |
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| Paper 1: Pure Core - AQA Paper 1: Pure Core - AQA | 21 May 2026 | Afternoon | 2h |
| Paper 2: Pure Core - AQA Paper 2: Pure Core - AQA | 05 June 2026 | Afternoon | 2h |
| Paper 3: Discrete - AQA Paper 3: Discrete - AQA | 12 June 2026 | Afternoon | 2h |
| Paper 3: Mechanics - AQA Paper 3: Mechanics - AQA | 12 June 2026 | Afternoon | 2h |
| Paper 3: Statistics - AQA Paper 3: Statistics - AQA | 12 June 2026 | Afternoon | 2h |
| Paper 1: Core Pure 1 - Edexcel Paper 1: Core Pure 1 - Edexcel | 14 May 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 2: Core Pure 2 - Edexcel Paper 2: Core Pure 2 - Edexcel | 21 May 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 3: Further Mech 1 - Edexcel Paper 3: Further Mech 1 - Edexcel | 05 June 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 3: Further Stats 1 - Edexcel Paper 3: Further Stats 1 - Edexcel | 12 June 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 3: Decision Maths 1 - Edexcel Paper 3: Decision Maths 1 - Edexcel | 16 June 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 3: Further Pure 1 - Edexcel Paper 3: Further Pure 1 - Edexcel | 19 June 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 4: Further pure 2 - Edexcel Paper 4: Further pure 2 - Edexcel | 22 June 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 4: Further Stats 2 - Edexcel Paper 4: Further Stats 2 - Edexcel | 22 June 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 4: Further Mech 2 - Edexcel Paper 4: Further Mech 2 - Edexcel | 22 June 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 4: Decision Maths 2 - Edexcel Paper 4: Decision Maths 2 - Edexcel | 22 June 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 1: Pure Core 1 - OCR Paper 1: Pure Core 1 - OCR | 14 May 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 2: Pure Core 2 - OCR Paper 2: Pure Core 2 - OCR | 21 May 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 3: Statistics - OCR Paper 3: Statistics - OCR | 05 June 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 3: Mechanics - OCR Paper 3: Mechanics - OCR | 12 June 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 3: Discrete - OCR Paper 3: Discrete - OCR | 16 June 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Paper 3: Additional Pure - OCR Paper 3: Additional Pure - OCR | 19 June 2026 | Afternoon | 1.5h |
| Results Day Results Day | 13 August 2026 | All Day | - |
A Level Further Maths FAQs
What is required to pass my A level Further Maths qualification?
Your A Level Further Maths qualification is made up of three exam papers covering advanced mathematical topics. These include further pure mathematics and additional applied content such as mechanics, statistics, or decision mathematics, depending on the specification. Each paper contributes equally to your overall A Level grade, so a strong understanding across all areas is required to pass the qualification.
Are there any requirements for the A level Further Maths qualification?
It is recommended that learners have a strong GCSE Maths background, typically a grade 7 or above, before booking an A Level Further Maths exam.
Is this the same A level Further Maths qualification that I would get in school or college?
Where will I take my A Level Further Maths exam?
The Pass A Level team will book your A Level Further Maths exam at a conveniently located examination centre near you. You will sit the A Level Further Maths exam in person and under formal exam conditions, just as you would at a school or college. This also applies if you are resitting A Level Further Maths.
When can I take my A Level Further Maths exams?
A Level Further Maths exams typically run throughout May and June of each year.
Is it worth resitting A Level Further Maths?
Resitting A Level Further Maths is often worthwhile if you did not achieve the grade you needed first time or if you are aiming for a higher result. Universities typically set minimum grade requirements in specific subjects before offering places on undergraduate courses, and Further Maths is particularly valued for mathematically demanding degrees. Taking an A Level Further Maths resit may therefore be necessary to secure a place on your chosen university course.
Can I take A level Further Maths online?
How can I revise for my A level Further Maths exam?
To revise for A Level Further Maths online, you can access free A Level Further Maths revision resources. These include detailed revision notes and past papers that you can work through to prepare for your A Level Further Maths exam.
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