SQA - NQ - Past papers and marking instructions.
Students are entered for either foundation tier (paper 01, paper 02 and paper 03) or higher tier (paper 04, paper 05 and paper 06). Key features of the OCR GCSE maths specification There are 100 marks per paper, giving OCR a large scope for awarding method marks within questions which is why it is always so important for students to show working out, especially in longer mark questions.
Candidates who complete a Higher Mathematics course successfully are expected to have a competence and a confidence in applying mathematical techniques, manipulating symbolic expressions and communicating with mathematical correctness in the solution of problems.
Some papers have comments by the examiners. Papers are available for past years from 2001. Past papers for Mathematics for the Natural Sciences Tripos are also available. Click on the links below to select the year you wish to view.
March Series 2012 - 2013: 2012: 2013: paper-1: paper-2: paper-3: paper-4: paper-1: paper-2: paper-3: paper-4: mark scheme.
Advanced Higher Mathematics emphasises the need for candidates to undertake extended thinking and decision making, to solve problems and integrate mathematical knowledge. The course offers candidates, in an interesting and enjoyable manner, an enhanced awareness of the range and power of mathematics.
Question Papers Mark Schemes Model Solutions Video Solutions; 2008-05-19 EdExcel 5540H-3H QP Higher Non Calculator.pdf: 2008-05-19 EdExcel 5540H-3H MS Higher Non Calculator.pdf.
The 3 units are mandatory and the course is assessed by an SQA. Currently, the exam is one 3-hour paper. For session 2019-2020, the exam will consist of 2 papers; a 1-hour non-calculator paper and a 2 hour 30 minute calculator paper. Pupils studying Advanced Higher Maths will develop the following skills.