International Advanced Levels Mathematics (2018)

Pearson Edexcel International AS/A Mathematics qualifications offer the only awarding organisation to have: 

• a dedicated IAS and IAL Pure Mathematics qualification 
• the option to specialise purely in Mechanics or Statistics, for IAS and IAL 
• extra applied units to deepen knowledge with the best applied unit counting towards their final grades 
• a Decision Mathematics Unit to enable progress for Computer Science Degrees
• equally weighted and equal length papers to help students prepare for a consistent exam experience 
• two separate Pure units at both IAS and IAL level which allows students to enter for the first Pure unit as soon as they are ready, giving them an earlier indication of their progress for more timely intervention 
• the option for applied units to be moved, at final cash in, between Mathematics and Further Mathematics to optimise final grades. 

• unitised structure with 14 equally weighted units. Each examination is timed at 1h 30m and has 75 marks available
• flexibility to combine units across Pure Mathematics, Further Pure Mathematics, Mechanics, Statistics and Decision Mathematics. There are 5 routes to combine units to achieve an International A Level Mathematics qualification, with additional routes for Further or Pure Mathematics
  
• three exam series per year means students can sit unit exams when they are ready
• the IAS Level consists of 3 units. Results contribute to the IAL, which consists of 6 units
• scientific or graphical calculators may be used in the examinations. 
  

• specification and assessment design is thoroughly researched from the outset to remove the need to make mid-life revisions to either the content or the assessment
• clear and straightforward question papers support all ability ranges. The careful ramping of the difficulty of questions in papers is designed to settle students down and helps them to work to the best of their ability. Our mark schemes are straightforward so that the assessment requirements are clear
• accessible grade boundaries ensure students have a positive exam experience at all grades
• graphical calculators are allowed in all exams, allowing students to focus on problem-solving rather than crunching the numbers
• there is a clear progression of topics across the Pure and Applied units.

The unitised structure with all units equally weighted, means there are many different combinations which allows for greater flexibility. Three exam series per year means students can sit unit exams when they are ready and can retake individual units. Unit results are valid for the lifetime of the qualification.  

Pearson Edexcel Mathematics qualifications enable students to develop the ability to reason logically; to generalise, construct mathematical proofs, and apply math to real-world situations. They will also understand coherence and progression in mathematics and how different mathematics areas can be connected. 

These skills will help students to use maths to communicate effectively, to apply techniques in more difficult, unstructured problems, understand mathematical arguments, use technology and be aware of its limitations, and take increasing responsibility for their own learning. 

Pearson Edexcel International A Level is the next step in the iProgress learning journey after International GCSE, continuing a consistent path for students and teachers, everywhere in the World. 

International Advanced Level qualifications enable successful progression to higher education courses in mathematics and many other subjects, and onto employment. Through our world-class qualification development process we have consulted with higher education stakeholders to validate the appropriateness of these qualifications, including content, skills and assessment structure. 

Print and digital Student Books are written for the specifications, so you can be confident that you are providing your students with the best chance of succeeding. With appropriate international content, they include a strong focus on progression, recognition and transferable skills, enabling learning in a local context to a global standard. 

Pearson Edexcel qualifications go through a rigorous world class assessment design process, which ensures that the content is relevant for international learners, and that there is a clear and consistent relationship between command words, marks and skills. With logical progression of difficulty throughout and consistency in template and design, our question papers are clear and provide suitable challenge and support for students of all abilities.