AQA IGCSE Past Papers
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Mathematics (9260)
Available years: 2016
The Specimen 2018 Core Tier assessment covers a well-balanced blend of foundational arithmetic, algebra, coordinate geometry, and basic statistics. Across both papers, straightforward calculations and direct substitutions provide plenty of accessible marks, while multi-step application problems test candidates' logical modeling.
This specimen set for Oxford AQA International GCSE Mathematics Extension (9260) consists of Papers 1E and 2E, totaling 200 marks over 4 hours. It features a robust blend of standard calculations transitioning into high-tariff calculus, matrices, and algebraic proofs.
Physics (9203)
Available years: 2018
This Specimen Paper set provides a comprehensive assessment of the Oxford AQA International GCSE Physics specification across Paper 1 and Paper 2. It demonstrates a balanced distribution of marks with a strong focus on practical skills, mathematical calculations (including momentum conservation, electrical power, and wave distance), and descriptive explanations of physical phenomena.
Chemistry (9202)
Available years: 2018
This official Oxford AQA International GCSE Chemistry (9202) Specimen set is a highly balanced, comprehensive assessment of both Paper 1 and Paper 2. It places heavy emphasis on structural calculations, electrolysis, group trends, and practical skills such as titrations and chromatography.
Biology (9201)
Available years: 2018
The Oxford AQA International GCSE Biology specimen series consists of Paper 1 and Paper 2, totaling 180 marks. The exams feature highly structured, 10-mark multi-part questions evaluating plant/animal physiology, genetics, ecology, and experimental designs with a strong focus on precise definitions and quantitative calculations.
Business (9225)
Available years: 2018
A comprehensive analysis of the Oxford AQA International GCSE Business Specimen Papers (Paper 1 and Paper 2). The analysis highlights key thematic areas across human resources, operations, marketing, and finance, highlighting critical assessment objectives and examiner expectations.
Computer Science (9210)
Available years: 2018
This speculative specimen exam suite for Oxford AQA GCSE Computer Science (9210) provides a balanced, comprehensive assessment of practical coding skills (via a Snakes and Ladders skeleton program in Paper 1) and core computer science fundamentals (in Paper 2).
Geography (9230)
Available years: 2021
The October/November 2021 Oxford AQA International GCSE Geography series assessed core physical, human, and fieldwork topics. Paper 1 featured structured questions on plate tectonics, climate change, and coastal landforms, with demanding 9-mark questions on climate mitigation and ecosystem adaptations. Paper 2 emphasized urban growth challenges, particularly in Lagos, and economic development opportunities, with options in Water & Energy or Population. Paper 3 tested practical graphical skills, statistical analyses (median, IQR, and isolines), and reflective evaluation of students' own individual fieldwork.
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