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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) Further Pure Mathematics (4PM1)
Pearson says it extends the further pure maths in International GCSE Mathematics A (Higher tier) and Mathematics B, and gives a solid basis for AS and A Level Mathematics or equivalent courses. Below: the papers, every topic with notes and worked questions, and links to the official past papers.
- 2 papers, 2 hours each
- Calculator allowed in both papers
- Grades 9 to 4, with 3 allowed
The exam
| Paper | Time | Marks | Weighting | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 (4PM1/01) | 2 hours | 100 | 50% | Yes |
| Paper 2 (4PM1/02) | 2 hours | 100 | 50% | Yes |
- Single tier: every candidate sits both papers. Grades: 9 to 4, with 3 allowed (below that is unclassified).
- A formulae sheet is included in the exams; the specification also lists formulae you are expected to know.
- Pearson expects a thorough knowledge of International GCSE Mathematics A (Higher tier) or Mathematics B content, apart from statistics and matrices.
- A calculator may be used in both papers. Calculators with symbolic algebra, symbolic differentiation or integration, databanks, text or formula retrieval, or a QWERTY keyboard are not allowed.
- Syllabus: Specification Issue 1 (January 2016): first teaching September 2017, first assessment June 2019.
- Exam series: Sat in May/June and November; there is no January series (the last was January 2023). Pearson's current timetables list 4PM1 in the November 2026 series (Paper 1 on Friday 30 October, Paper 2 on Tuesday 10 November) and the summer 2027 series (Paper 1 on Wednesday 19 May, Paper 2 on Wednesday 9 June).
Sources: Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Further Pure Mathematics specification (PDF) · Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Further Pure Mathematics qualification page · Pearson exam timetables (International GCSE, November 2026 and summer 2027) · Pearson notice of changes to the January and November International GCSE series (PDF). Last checked 5 October 2026.
Topics
| Specification | Topic | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| 2, 3D | Quadratics | 12 |
| 3A–C | Polynomials | 14 |
| 1 | Logarithms and exponentials | 9 |
| 8 | Coordinate geometry | 7 |
| 10A | Circular measure | 14 |
| 10B–H | Trigonometry | 10 |
| 5, 6 | Series and the binomial expansion | 12 |
| 7 | Vectors | 11 |
| 9B, 9D–G | Differentiation | 13 |
| 9A, 9C | Integration | 11 |
| 9C | Kinematics | 11 |
Not on this site yet: 3D–E Inequalities and linear programming; 4 Graphs of polynomials and rational functions.
Section numbers are from the official specification. The question count is the questions that test Edexcel 4PM1 content; each topic page has 5 free, and the rest come with IGCSE plans.
4PM1 past papers (official)
Pearson publishes recent question papers, mark schemes and examiner reports through its past papers search (choose International GCSE, then Further Pure Mathematics). Some of the newest papers are released to schools first. We only link to the official copies.
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- Edexcel IGCSE Maths 4MA1 notes, for the IGCSE Maths content 4PM1 assumes
Questions about 4PM1
Can I use a calculator in Further Pure Maths 4PM1?
Yes, in both papers. Calculators that do symbolic algebra, differentiation or integration, store text or formulae, or have a QWERTY keyboard are not allowed.
What grades can I get in 4PM1?
Grades 9 to 4, with a grade 3 allowed. Below that the result is unclassified. Every candidate sits both papers (there is one tier).
How long are the 4PM1 papers?
Two papers, each 2 hours and 100 marks and worth half of the qualification. Each has around 11 questions and can test any part of the specification.
When are the 4PM1 exams?
Sat in May/June and November; there is no January series (the last was January 2023). Pearson's current timetables list 4PM1 in the November 2026 series (Paper 1 on Friday 30 October, Paper 2 on Tuesday 10 November) and the summer 2027 series (Paper 1 on Wednesday 19 May, Paper 2 on Wednesday 9 June).
Where can I find 4PM1 past papers?
Through Pearson's past papers search, linked below. We link to the official papers only and do not copy them; the questions on this site are original.