Conquer International A-Level Mathematics
Master International A-Level Maths with practice on pure maths, statistics, and mechanics aligned to Cambridge and Edexcel specifications.
Content reviewed February 2026 · Aligned to current specifications
About International A-Level Mathematics
International A-Level Mathematics provides an advanced study of pure mathematics, mechanics and statistics, designed for students studying outside the UK national curriculum. Offered primarily by Edexcel International (Pearson) and Cambridge International (CIE), the qualification covers algebra, calculus, trigonometry, vectors, probability and mechanics to a depth that prepares students for mathematically demanding university courses.
A key advantage of the International A-Level is its modular structure. Students can sit individual unit examinations at multiple points during the year (January, June and October for Edexcel International), allowing them to build their qualification over time and resit individual units if needed. This contrasts with the linear UK A-Level where all exams are taken at the end of the two-year course.
International A-Level Mathematics is recognised by universities worldwide, including all UK Russell Group institutions, and is accepted as equivalent to the domestic A-Level for admissions purposes. It is essential preparation for degrees in mathematics, engineering, physics, computer science and economics.
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Study Tips for Mathematics
- ✓ Master each module thoroughly before moving to the next. The modular structure allows you to sit exams as you complete each unit, so use this to your advantage by revising and sitting each module when the content is fresh.
- ✓ Practice integration and differentiation techniques extensively - these form the backbone of the pure mathematics papers and appear in mechanics and statistics applications too.
- ✓ Work through past papers from your specific exam board (Cambridge or Edexcel International), as the question styles and mark schemes differ between boards.
- ✓ Build strong foundations in algebraic manipulation and proof techniques early, as these skills underpin almost every topic at International A-Level.
Exam Tips for International A-Level Mathematics
- ✓ In multi-step calculation questions, show every line of working clearly. International A-Level mark schemes award marks at each stage, so even if you make an error partway through, you can still earn significant marks.
- ✓ Check that your calculator is in the correct mode (degrees or radians) before starting trigonometry or mechanics questions. This is one of the most common avoidable errors.
- ✓ For proof questions, write your argument step by step with clear logical connectives. Examiners need to follow your reasoning, so skipping steps can lose marks.
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