CCEA GCSE Mathematics (2210): Exam Structure
Exam structure at a glance for CCEA GCSE Mathematics (2210), with the links you need.
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- Board
- CCEA
- Code
- 2210
- Exam papers
- 8
- Last checked
- 2026-10-20
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Papers and weightings
| Paper | Time | Marks | Weight | Tier | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit M1: Foundation tier (calculator) | 1 h 45 min | – | 45% | foundation | Yes |
| Unit M2: Foundation tier (calculator) | 1 h 45 min | – | 45% | foundation | Yes |
| Unit M3: Higher tier (calculator) | 2 h | – | 45% | higher | Yes |
| Unit M4: Higher tier (calculator) | 2 h | – | 45% | higher | Yes |
| Unit M5: Foundation completion test (1 h non-calculator + 1 h calculator) | 2 h | – | 55% | foundation | – |
| Unit M6: Foundation completion test (1 h non-calculator + 1 h calculator) | 2 h | – | 55% | foundation | – |
| Unit M7: Higher completion test (1 h 15 min non-calculator + 1 h 15 min calculator) | 2 h 30 min | – | 55% | higher | – |
| Unit M8: Higher completion test (1 h 15 min non-calculator + 1 h 15 min calculator) | 2 h 30 min | – | 55% | higher | – |
Times are exam lengths (for coursework, the supervised time allowed). Summaries are in our own words.
Good to know
- Qualification number: 603/1688/3
- Grades: A*, A, B, C*, C, D, E, F, G (U)
- Rules: Main options M1+M5, M2+M6, M3+M7, M4+M8; the spec also allows other pairings (any of M1–M4 with M5, M6 or M8) and requires a completion test. A* only via M4+M8. At least 40% terminal.
Specification and past papers
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