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The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Mathematics (Specification A) is a linear qualification. It consists of two examinations available at Foundation and Higher Tier.

Overview

The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Mathematics (Specification A) is a linear qualification. It consists of two examinations available at Foundation and Higher Tier.

What Students Study

International GCSE Maths – Online Courses with UK Teachers

The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Mathematics (Specification A) is a linear qualification. It consists of two examinations available at Foundation and Higher Tier. Both examinations must be taken in the same series at the end of the course of study.The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Maths courses (Specification A) qualification enable students to: Examination based. Assessment will occur either at a British Council office or an approved Edexcel Centre in your home country. It consists of tiers of entry (Foundation and Higher) that allow students to be entered for the appropriate level, with questions designed to be accessible to students of all abilities in that tier and papers balanced for topics and difficulty.

  • Develop their knowledge and understanding of mathematical concepts and techniques
  • Acquire a foundation of mathematical skills for further study in the subject or related areas
  • Enjoy using and applying mathematical techniques and concepts, and become confident in using mathematics to solve problems
  • Appreciate the importance of mathematics in society, employment and study

Foundation Tier

Externally assessedTwo papers: 1F and 2F Each paper is assessed through a 2-hour examination set and marked by Pearson. Each paper is 50% of the total International GCSE. Approximately 40% of questions will be targeted at grades 5 and 4, across papers 1F and 1H to aid the standardisation and comparability of awards between tiers.

  • Number
  • Algebra
  • Geometry
  • Statistics

Higher Tier

Externally assessedTwo papers: 1H and 2H Each paper is assessed through a 2-hour examination set and marked by Pearson. Each paper is 50% of the total International GCSE. Each paper will have approximately 40% of the marks distributed evenly over grades 4 and 5 and approximately 60% of the marks distributed evenly over grades 6, 7, 8 and 9. Approximately 40% of questions will be targeted at grades 5 and 4, across papers 2F and 2H, to aid standardisation and comparability of awards between tiers. International online GCSE Maths course A is a two-year program. During the two years of studies, students will have access to live online classes and one-to-one subject support. Upon completion of the Maths GCSE online courses, students will achieve an Edexcel qualification ( providing that all exams have been completed and passed). The final certificate will allow students to apply for A-level and beyond.

  • Number
  • Algebra
  • Geometry
  • Statistics
  • Provide two years’ previous school reports
  • Undertake a Mathematics internal assessment.
  • Students whose English is not their first language must either sit an internal English assessment or provide an English certificate at a min level of B2 in all components.

Course Details

Course Duration

International online GCSE Maths course A is a two-year program. During the two years of studies, students will have access to live online classes and one-to-one subject support.

Course outcome

Upon completion of the Maths GCSE online courses, students will achieve an Edexcel qualification ( providing that all exams have been completed and passed). The final certificate will allow students to apply for A-level and beyond.

Entry Criteria

  • Provide two years’ previous school reports
  • Undertake a Mathematics internal assessment.
  • Students whose English is not their first language must either sit an internal English assessment or provide an English certificate at a min level of B2 in all components.
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