Mathematics Paper 1 topics
Paper 1 focuses mainly on algebraic thinking, functions, financial mathematics, calculus, patterns and probability. These topics connect, so revise them in a sensible order rather than treating each one as a separate list.
- Algebra, equations and inequalities
- Number patterns, sequences and series
- Functions and graphs, including inverse functions
- Finance, growth and decay
- Differential calculus
- Probability and counting principles
Mathematics Paper 2 topics
Paper 2 combines geometry, trigonometry and data work. Draw clear diagrams, write accepted reasons in geometry and show every important step in your calculations.
- Statistics and regression
- Analytical geometry
- Trigonometry, including identities, equations and graphs
- Two-dimensional and three-dimensional trigonometry
- Euclidean geometry and circle theorems
- Measurement and data handling where included in the current guidance
A simple way to plan your revision
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- Start with one short diagnostic test from each paper.
- Mark it with the official memo and write down the topics where you lost marks.
- Revise one weak topic at a time using a lesson, worked example and focused question set.
- Return to a timed paper each week to check whether your accuracy and speed are improving.
Official sources
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