AQA GCSE Maths papers: marks, time and calculator rules
AQA GCSE Mathematics (8300) has 3 papers, each 80 marks and 1 hour 30 minutes. This page lists every paper, its code, and whether a calculator is allowed.
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All AQA GCSE Maths papers
| Paper | Tier | Code | Marks | Time | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 (non-calculator) | Foundation | 8300/1F | 80 | 1 hour 30 minutes | Not allowed |
| Paper 1 (non-calculator) | Higher | 8300/1H | 80 | 1 hour 30 minutes | Not allowed |
| Paper 2 (calculator) | Foundation | 8300/2F | 80 | 1 hour 30 minutes | Allowed |
| Paper 2 (calculator) | Higher | 8300/2H | 80 | 1 hour 30 minutes | Allowed |
| Paper 3 (calculator) | Foundation | 8300/3F | 80 | 1 hour 30 minutes | Allowed |
| Paper 3 (calculator) | Higher | 8300/3H | 80 | 1 hour 30 minutes | Allowed |
Source: the published specification. Total marks and times are the same on Foundation and Higher.
How the marks and sheets work
- M method, A accuracy (dependent on M unless ft), B independent; no P or C marks. Marks print as [n marks].
- A formulae sheet is supplied in the 2023 to 2027 series (DfE arrangement); everything else must be known.
Practise for these papers
Work through every GCSE Maths topic with worked examples and answers, try the practice papers, and check the formula sheet and command words.
Other guides: Edexcel GCSE Maths papers.