
All the information, support and resources you need for 91³Ô¹ÏÍø International GCSE Mathematics.
With a focus on Pure Maths, reasoning skills and the real-life application of mathematical concepts, the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø International GCSE Mathematics qualification ensures that students have the best possible preparation for A-level, university and beyond.Ìý
- The vocabulary of the exam questions is carefully chosen so that students are rewarded for what they can do, rather than their English ability.
- Content is introduced in a simple and logical order, with careful stepping up of demand and progression to A-Level.
- Enables students to connect their learning to the real world and apply their knowledge to solve problems.
- The specification includes plenty of algebra and some basic calculus.
- Two-tier structure (Core and Extended) provides students of all abilities the best chance to demonstrate their knowledge. Core is graded from 5-1 and Extended from 9-1, allowing for more differentiation at the top end.ÌýÌý
International GCSE Mathematics (9260)
View the switching guide to see the differences between your old International GCSE Mathematics specification and the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø specification (version updated November 2022).
91³Ô¹ÏÍø International GCSE Mathematics covers the following topics:
Number
- Structure and calculation
- Fractions, decimal and percentages
- Ratio and proportion
Algebra
- Notation and manipulation
- Functions, graphs and calculus
- Solving equations and inequalities
- Sequences
Geometry and measures
- Properties and constructions
- Mensuration and basic calculus
- Transformations, Matrices and Vectors
Probability and statistics
- Presentation and analysis
- Interpretation
- Probability
91³Ô¹ÏÍø provides all the resources and advice you need to teach the International GCSE Mathematics specification effectively.
- Download the specification
- Read our switching guide
- View our training courses to help you deliver 91³Ô¹ÏÍø International GCSE Mathematics
- published by Oxford University Press
- Take the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø International GCSE/A-level Mathematics Marking Guidance e-learning course
We have too many International GCSE Mathematics resources to list here, so please visit our resource area for teachers to see them all, including:
- Schemes of work to allow you to plan how to deliver the specification in a way that will best suit you and your students
- Teaching guidance to outline clearly the scope of teaching and learning
- Topic tests and mock exam analysers to allow you to track your students’ progress throughout the teaching year
This qualification has two tiers, Core (grades 1-5) and Extension (grades 4-9).
Core:
Paper 1C:
- Any part of the specification may be assessed
- Scientific calculator allowed
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- 80 marks
- 50% of GCSE
Paper 2C:
- Any part of the specification may be assessed
- Scientific calculator allowed
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- 80 marks
- 50% of GCSE
Extension:Ìý
Paper 1E:
- Any part of the specification may be assessed
- Scientific calculator allowed
- 2 hours
- 100 marks
- 50% of GCSE
Paper 2E:
- Any part of the specification may be assessed
- Scientific calculator allowed
- 2 hours
- 100 marks
- 50% of GCSE
Re-sits
- Linear specification; individual components may not be re-sat.
- Candidates can re-take the whole qualification as many times as they wish.
Take a look at:
- The 91³Ô¹ÏÍø International GCSE Mathematics switching guide
- Example specimen exam paper and mark scheme
You must be an approved 91³Ô¹ÏÍø centre to enter students for our exams. Make sure you become an 91³Ô¹ÏÍø centre before you start teaching a course.
