Cambridge International AS & A Level Mathematics 9709 Assessment Overview (2026 – 2027)

Exam Structure, Marks Distribution and Paper Pattern

The Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics 9709 examination assesses students through multiple papers covering pure mathematics, mechanics, and probability and statistics. Each paper evaluates mathematical reasoning, problem-solving ability, and conceptual understanding across the official Cambridge 9709 syllabus.

Pure Mathematics 1 (Calculator)

Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes
Total Marks: 75
10 to 12 structured questions
Scientific calculator required
60% of the AS Level
30% of the A Level
Compulsory for AS and A Level

Pure Mathematics 2 (Calculator)

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Marks: 50
6 to 8 structured questions
Scientific calculator required
40% of the AS Level
Offered only as part of AS Level

Pure Mathematics 3 (Calculator)

Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes
Total Marks: 75
9 to 11 structured questions
Scientific calculator required
30% of the A Level
Compulsory for A Level

Mechanics (Calculator)

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Marks: 50
6 to 8 structured questions
Scientific calculator required
40% of the AS Level
20% of the A Level
Available for AS and A Level

Probability and Statistics 1 (Calculator)

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Marks: 50
6 to 8 structured questions
Scientific calculator required
40% of the AS Level
20% of the A Level
Compulsory for A Level

Probability and Statistics 2 (Calculator)

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Marks: 50
6 to 8 structured questions
Scientific calculator required
20% of the A Level
Offered only as part of A Level