🔬 Science
Number of Questions / Exam Duration
Question counts, exam duration and paper structure for each Science level.
Paper structure by level
| Level | Grades | Questions | Duration | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 1–2 | TBC | TBC | Multiple choice |
| Level 2 | 3–4 | TBC | TBC | Multiple choice |
| Level 3 | 5–6 | TBC | TBC | Multiple choice |
| Level 4 | 7–8 | TBC | TBC | Multiple choice + short answer |
| Level 5 | 9–10 | TBC | TBC | Multiple choice + short answer |
| Level 6 | 11–12 | TBC | TBC | Multiple choice + extended response |
Question counts and durations are confirmed by the Academic Board before each season and published here.
How the paper is built
Every paper is written and reviewed by the Academic Board. Questions progress from accessible items that every prepared student should attempt, through applied problems, to a small number of challenge items that reward genuine insight.
Marking
Each item carries a mark weighting published with the paper. There is no negative marking. Your final percentage determines your award category.