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Cambridge International A-Level Mathematics 9709

Develop pure and applied mathematical reasoning while keeping paper routes, syllabus scope and resources in the correct AS or A2 context.

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Course at a glance

Mathematics 9709 at a glance

Cambridge International Mathematics 9709 has six components and flexible AS/A Level routes across pure mathematics, mechanics, and probability & statistics.

2026–2027 syllabus
Current syllabus
6
syllabus groups
38
mapped topics
2026–2027
Current syllabus cycle
6 components
Pure, mechanics, and probability & statistics components
Multiple routes
AS and A Level combinations are defined by the syllabus route matrix

SourceCambridge International · Cambridge International AS & A Level Mathematics 9709 syllabus9709 · 2026–2027 syllabus·Past papers

A-Level CAIE Mathematics syllabus

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Assessment

Mathematics 9709 assessment structure

AS candidates take Paper 1 plus Paper 2, 4 or 5. A Level candidates take Paper 1 and 3 plus either Papers 4+5 or Papers 5+6; Paper 4 and Paper 6 cannot be combined.

Paper / componentQuestionsTime% of grade
Paper 1 Pure Mathematics 175 marks10–12 structured questions.1 hour 50 minutes60% of AS Level; 30% of A Level
Paper 2 Pure Mathematics 250 marks6–8 structured questions; AS-only pure mathematics route.1 hour 15 minutes40% of AS Level
Paper 3 Pure Mathematics 375 marks9–11 structured questions; compulsory for A Level.1 hour 50 minutes30% of A Level
Paper 4 Mechanics50 marks6–8 structured questions.1 hour 15 minutes40% of AS Level; 20% of A Level
Paper 5 Probability & Statistics 150 marks6–8 structured questions; compulsory for A Level.1 hour 15 minutes40% of AS Level; 20% of A Level
Paper 6 Probability & Statistics 250 marks6–8 structured questions; A-Level-only route.1 hour 15 minutes20% of A Level

SourceCambridge International · Cambridge International AS & A Level Mathematics 9709 syllabus9709 · 2026–2027 syllabus

Cambridge Mathematics 9709 questions

No. Cambridge defines permitted AS and A Level routes using pure mathematics with mechanics or probability and statistics papers.

The A2 context adds the second-stage pure and applied work needed for the full A Level route and assumes the AS foundation.

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