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A Level and AS Level Exam Dates & Timetable 2025

When do 2025 A Level and AS Level exams start?

A Level and AS exams will be held between the 26th of April 2025 and the 24th of June 2025

These represent the most recent examination schedules set by each A Level examination boards. However, it is crucial to bear in mind that these dates could potentially be altered by exam boards. Therefore, students are advised to use these dates merely as a rough guide.

A & AS Level Exams 2025

A & AS Level Exams 2025

Examination dates for A Level and AS subjects from various boards

A Level Mathematics

ExamDate
A Level AQA Mathematics - Paper 104 June 2025
A Level AQA Mathematics - Paper 212 June 2025
A Level AQA Mathematics - Paper 319 June 2025
A Level CIE Mathematics (Probability & Statistics 2)07 May 2025
A Level CIE Mathematics (Pure Mathematics 3)19 May 2025
A Level OCR Mathematics A - Pure Mathematics04 June 2025
A Level OCR Mathematics A - Pure mathematics and statistics12 June 2025
A Level OCR Mathematics A - Pure mathematics and mechanics19 June 2025
A Level OCR Mathematics B (MEI) - Pure mathematics and mechanics04 June 2025
A Level OCR Mathematics B (MEI) - Pure mathematics and statistics12 June 2025
A Level OCR Mathematics B (MEI) - Pure mathematics and comprehension19 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Mathematics Paper 1: Pure Mathematics 104 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Mathematics Paper 2: Pure Mathematics 211 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Mathematics Paper 3: Statistics & Mechanics20 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) P1: Pure Mathematics 108 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) P2: Pure Mathematics 213 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) P3: Pure Mathematics 329 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) P4: Pure Mathematics 405 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) M1: Mechanics 106 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) M2: Mechanics 202 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) M3: Mechanics 312 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) S1: Statistics 120 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) S2: Statistics 206 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) S3: Statistics 313 June 2025

AS Maths

ExamDate
AQA AS Paper 115 May 2025
AQA AS Paper 223 May 2025
CIE AS Mathematics (Pure 1)02 May 2025
CIE AS Mathematics (Pure 2)07 May 2025
CIE AS Mathematics (Mechanics)07 May 2025
CIE AS Mathematics (Probability & Statistics 1)14 May 2025
OCR AS Pure mathematics and statistics15 May 2025
OCR AS Pure mathematics and mechanics23 May 2025
Edexcel AS Paper 1: Pure Mathematics16 May 2025
Edexcel AS Paper 2: Statistics and Mechanics23 May 2025
Edexcel IAS M1: Mechanics 106 May 2025
Edexcel IAS P1: Pure Mathematics 108 May 2025
Edexcel IAS P2: Pure Mathematics 213 May 2025
Edexcel IAS D1: Decision Mathematics 115 May 2025
Edexcel IAS S1: Statistics 120 May 2025

A Level Biology

ExamDate
A Level AQA Biology - Paper 105 June 2025
A Level AQA Biology - Paper 213 June 2025
A Level AQA Biology - Paper 318 June 2025
A Level CIE Biology - Paper 412 May 2025
A Level CIE Biology - Paper 515 May 2025
A Level OCR Biology A - Biological processes05 June 2025
A Level OCR Biology A - Biological diversity13 June 2025
A Level OCR Biology A - Unified biology18 June 2025
A Level OCR Biology B - Fundamentals of biology05 June 2025
A Level OCR Biology B - Scientific literacy in biology13 June 2025
A Level OCR Biology B - Practical skills in biology18 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Biology B Paper 1: Advanced Biochemistry, Microbiology and Genetics05 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Biology B Paper 2: Advanced Physiology, Evolution and Ecology13 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Biology B Paper 3: General and Practical Principles in Biology18 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Biology A (Salters Nuffield): Paper 1: The Natural Environment and Species Survival05 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Biology A (Salters Nuffield) Paper 2: Energy, Exercise and Co-ordination13 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Biology A (Salters Nuffield) Paper 3: General and Practical Applications in Biology18 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 1: Molecules, Diet, Transport and Health06 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 2: Cells, Development, Biodiversity and Conservation16 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 3: Practical Skills in Biology I21 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 4: Energy, Environment, Microbiology and Immunity27 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 5: Respiration, Internal Environment, Coordination and Gene Technology06 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 6: Practical Skills in Biology II11 June 2025

AS Biology

ExamDate
AQA AS Paper 112 May 2025
AQA AS Paper 222 May 2025
CIE AS Biology (Practical Advanced) – Paper 308 May 2025
CIE AS Biology15 May 2025
CIE AS Biology (Practical Advanced) – Paper 427 May 2025
CIE AS Biology (Multiple choice)10 June 2025
OCR AS Biology A - Breadth in biology12 May 2025
OCR AS Biology A - Depth in biology22 May 2025
OCR AS Biology B - Foundations of biology12 May 2025
OCR AS Biology B - Biology in depth22 May 2025
Edexcel AS Biology A - Paper 1: Lifestyle, Transport, Genes and Health12 May 2025
Edexcel AS Biology B - Paper 1: Core Cellular Biology and Microbiology12 May 2025
Edexcel AS Biology A - Paper 2: Development, Plants and the Environment22 May 2025
Edexcel AS Biology B - Paper 2: Core Physiology and Ecology22 May 2025
Edexcel IAS Unit 1: Molecules, Diet, Transport and Health06 May 2025
Edexcel IAS Unit 2: Cells, Development, Biodiversity and Conservation16 May 2025
Edexcel IAS Unit 3: Practical Skills in Biology I21 May 2025

A Level Chemistry

ExamDate
A Level AQA Chemistry - Inorganic and Physical Chemistry10 June 2025
A Level AQA Chemistry - Organic and Physical Chemistry16 June 2025
A Level AQA Chemistry - Paper 320 June 2025
A Level CIE Chemistry - Paper 409 May 2025
A Level CIE Chemistry - Paper 519 May 2025
A Level OCR Chemistry A - Periodic table, elements and physical chemistry10 June 2025
A Level OCR Chemistry A - Synthesis and analytical techniques16 June 2025
A Level OCR Chemistry A - Unified chemistry20 June 2025
A Level OCR Chemistry B (Salters) - Fundamentals of Chemistry10 June 2025
A Level OCR Chemistry B (Salters) - Scientific literacy in chemistry16 June 2025
A Level OCR Chemistry B (Salters) - Practical skills in chemistry20 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Chemistry Paper 1: Advanced Inorganic and Physical Chemistry10 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Chemistry Paper 2: Advanced Organic and Physical Chemistry16 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Chemistry Paper 3: General and Practical Principles in Chemistry20 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 1: Structure, Bonding and Introduction to Organic Chemistry07 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 2: Energetics, Group Chemistry, Halogenoalkanes and Alcohols12 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 3: Practical Skills in Chemistry I23 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 4: Rates, Equilibria and Further Organic Chemistry28 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 5: Transition Metals and Organic Nitrogen Chemistry02 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 6: Practical Skills in Chemistry II13 June 2025

AS Chemistry

ExamDate
AQA AS Inorganic and Physical Chemistry13 May 2025
AQA AS Organic and Physical Chemistry20 May 2025
CIE AS Chemistry (Practical - Advanced)06 May 2025
CIE AS Chemistry19 May 2025
CIE AS Chemistry (Practical - Advanced)29 May 2025
CIE AS Chemistry (Multiple Choice)04 June 2025
OCR AS Chemistry A - Breadth in chemistry13 May 2025
OCR AS Chemistry A - Depth in chemistry20 May 2025
OCR AS Chemistry B - Foundations of chemistry13 May 2025
OCR AS Chemistry B- Chemistry in depth20 May 2025
Edexcel AS Chemistry - Paper 1: Core Inorganic and Physical Chemistry13 May 2025
Edexcel AS Chemistry - Paper 2: Core Organic and Physical Chemistry20 May 2025
Edexcel IAS Unit 1: Structure, Bonding and Introduction to Organic Chemistry07 May 2025
Edexcel IAS Unit 2: Energetics, Group Chemistry, Halogenoalkanes and Alcohols12 May 2025
Edexcel IAS Unit 3: Practical Skills in Chemistry I23 May 2025

A Level Physics

ExamDate
A Level AQA Physics - Paper 123 May 2025
A Level AQA Physics - Paper 209 June 2025
A Level AQA Physics - Paper 317 June 2025
A Level CIE Physics - Paper 416 May 2025
A Level CIE Physics - Paper 520 May 2025
A Level OCR Physics A - Modelling physics23 May 2025
A Level OCR Physics A - Exploring physics09 June 2025
A Level OCR Physics A - Unified physics17 June 2025
A Level OCR Physics B (Advancing Physics) - Fundamentals of physics23 May 2025
A Level OCR Physics B (Advancing Physics) - Scientific literacy in physics09 June 2025
A Level OCR Physics B (Advancing Physics) - Practical skills in physics17 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Physics Paper 1: Advanced Physics I23 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 2: Advanced Physics II09 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 3: General and Practical Principles in Physics17 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 1: Mechanics and Materials09 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 2: Waves and Electricity14 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 3: Practical Skills in Physics I19 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 4: Further Mechanics, Fields and Particles29 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 5: Thermodynamics, Radiation, Oscillations and Cosmology04 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 6: Practical Skills in Physics II09 June 2025

AS Physics

ExamDate
AQA AS Paper 114 May 2025
AQA AS Paper 221 May 2025
CIE AS Physics (Practical - Advanced)29 April 2025
CIE AS Physics20 May 2025
CIE AS Physics (Practical - Advanced)22 May 2025
CIE AS Physics (Multiple Choice)05 June 2025
OCR AS Physics A - Breadth in physics14 May 2025
OCR AS Physics A - Depth in physics21 May 2025
OCR AS Physics B - Foundations of physics14 May 2025
OCR AS Physics B - Physics in depth21 May 2025
Edexcel IAS AS Unit 1: Mechanics and Materials09 May 2025
Edexcel IAS AS Unit 2: Waves and Electricity14 May 2025
Edexcel AS Paper 1: Core Physics I14 May 2025
Edexcel AS Paper 2: Core Physics II21 May 2025

A Level Business

ExamDate
A Level AQA Business 114 May 2025
A Level AQA Business 220 May 2025
A Level AQA Business 309 June 2025
A Level CIE Business – Paper 316 May 2025
A Level CIE Business – Paper 420 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 1: Marketing, people and global businesses14 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 2: Business activities, decisions and strategy20 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 3: Investigating business in a competitive environment09 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 1: Marketing and People07 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 2: Managing Business Activities12 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 3: Business Decisions And Strategy28 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 4: Global Business04 June 2025

AS Business

ExamDate
AQA AS Business 116 May 2025
AQA AS Business 222 May 2025
CIE AS Level Business 1206 May 2025
CIE AS Level Business 2212 May 2025
Edexcel (AS) Paper 1: Marketing and People16 May 2025
Edexcel (AS) Paper 2: Managing Business Activities22 May 2025
Edexcel (IAS) Unit 1: Marketing and People07 May 2025
Edexcel (IAS) Unit 2: Managing Business Activities12 May 2025

A Level Computer Science

ExamDate
A Level CIE Computer Science (Advanced)21 May 2025
A Level OCR Computer systems11 June 2025
A Level OCR Algorithms and programming18 June 2025

AS Computer Science

ExamDate
CIE AS Computer Science 1209 May 2025
CIE AS Computer Science 2215 May 2025
AS Level OCR Computer systems13 May 2025
A Level OCR Algorithms and programming19 May 2025

A Level Economics

ExamDate
A Level AQA Economics - Markets and market failure12 May 2025
A Level AQA Economics - National and international economy19 May 2025
A Level AQA Economics - Economic principles and issues05 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Economics A Paper 1: Markets and Business Behaviour12 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Economics A Paper 2: The National and Global Economy19 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Economics A Paper 3: Microeconomics and Macroeconomics05 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Economics B Paper 1: Markets and how they work12 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Economics B Paper 2: Competing in the global economy19 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Economics B Paper 3: The economic environment and business05 June 2025

AS Economics

ExamDate
AQA AS The operation of markets and market failure12 May 2025
AQA AS The national economy in a global context19 May 2025
CIE AS Economics14 May 2025
CIE AS Economics (Multiple Choice)09 June 2025
OCR AS Microeconomics12 May 2025
OCR AS Macroeconomics19 May 2025
Edexcel AS Paper 1: Introduction to Markets and Market Failure13 May 2025
Edexcel AS Paper 2: The UK Economy - Performance and Policies19 May 2025

A Level English Literature

ExamDate
A Level OCR Drama and poetry pre-190014 May 2025
A Level OCR Comparative and contextual stud22 June 2025

AS Environment Management

ExamDate
CIE AS Environmental Management – Paper 129 April 2025
CIE AS Environmental Management – Paper 205 May 2025

A Level Further Mathematics

ExamDate
A Level Edexcel Paper 1: Core Pure Mathematics 120 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 2: Core Pure Mathematics 222 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 3A: Further Pure Mathematics 118 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 3B: Further Statistics 113 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 3C: Further Mechanics 106 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 3D: Decision Mathematics 120 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 4A: Further Pure Mathematics 223 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 4B: Further Statistics 223 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 4C: Further Mechanics 223 June 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 4D: Decision Mathematics 223 June 2025

A Level Geography

ExamDate
A Level AQA Physical geography13 May 2025
A Level AQA Human geography22 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 113 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 222 May 2025
A Level Edexcel Paper 306 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 1: Global Challenges13 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 2: Geographical Investigations19 May 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 3: Contested Planet02 June 2025
A Level Edexcel (IAL) Unit 4: Researching Geography09 June 2025

AS Level Geography

ExamDate
AS Level AQA Physical geography and people and the environment13 May 2025
AS Level AQA Human geography and the geography fieldwork investigation21 May 2025
AS Edexcel Paper 1: Dynamic Landscapes13 May 2025
AS Edexcel Paper 1: Dynamic Landscapes21 May 2025
Edexcel (IAS) Unit 1: Global Challenges13 May 2025
Edexcel (IAS) Unit 2: Geographical Investigations19 May 2025

A Level Psychology

ExamDate
A Level AQA Introductory topics in Psychology16 May 2025
A Level AQA Psychology in context21 May 2025
A Level AQA Issues and options in Psychology09 June 2025

AS Level Psychology

ExamDate
AS Level AQA Introductory topics in Psychology12 May 2025
AS Level AQA Psychology in contex20 May 2025

A Level and AS Exams FAQs

What dates are A levels in 2025?

In 2025 A Level and AS exams start on the 26th of April 2025 and finish on the 24th of June 2025. However you should check your own personal exam timetable to see when your earliest and latest exams are, or use the tables above.

Are there A levels in January?

In the UK there are no longer A level exams in January. However there are still some exams in January for International A level qualifications.

Will 2025 grade boundaries be lower?

Ofqual has confirmed that the two-year transition to pre-pandemic grading is now complete and expects results in 2025 to be broadly similar to in 2024. Nationally grade boundaries do fluctuate year-to-year due to the relative abilities of year groups, but this is not possible to predict in advance. In my experience, the best students know that grade boundaries are not something within their control; but what they can control is how much they revise!

What happens if you miss an A Level or AS exam?

If a student misses an A Level or AS exam, they usually receive a grade of “U” (ungraded) or “X” (absent) for that specific paper. This could negatively impact their overall grade for the subject. However, if a student has a legitimate reason for missing an exam, such as an illness or a family emergency, they should contact their school or exam centre as soon as possible to discuss the situation. In some cases, special consideration may be granted, or alternative arrangements might be made. However in my own experience, special consideration is not commonly granted.

What happens if you miss an A Level or AS exam due to illness in the UK?

If a student misses an A Level or AS exam due to illness, they should inform their school or exam centre as soon as possible. They may be required to provide medical evidence, such as a doctor’s note, to support their absence. The school or exam centre will then decide whether the student is eligible for special consideration and apply. Special consideration can result in a small adjustment to the student’s final grade to account for the circumstances that led to the missed exam. However, it is important to note that special consideration is granted at the discretion of the exam board, and in my experience it is relatively uncommon to be granted. If a student misses a significant portion of their exams due to illness, it might be necessary to retake the exams in a future exam series instead. I have taught many students who due to circumstances or illness, study one of their A level years a second time, and it almost always leads to a better outcome for them.

How long are A Level and AS exams?

A Level and AS exams’ duration varies depending on the subject, the specific exam board, and the type of assessment. Generally, exam durations range from 45 minutes to 2 hours. However, some practical exams or coursework assessments, such as Art or Drama, might have longer durations to allow students enough time to complete their work. It is essential to check the exam timetable and specifications from the relevant exam board for the exact duration of each exam. The best students I have taught know exactly how long their exam is, and can plan their time in the exam hall effectively.

How many A Level and AS exams are there?

The number of A Level and AS exams a student takes depends on the number of subjects they have chosen. Most students in the UK study 3 or 4 A levels. Each subject typically has multiple exams or assessments, making the total number of exams vary for each student. It is crucial to consult the exam timetable and specifications from the relevant exam board for the exact number of exams per subject. The best students I have taught take the number of exams, and when they are, into account when planning their revision.

How long is the A Level and AS exam season?

The A Level and AS exam season typically starts in early May and lasts until late June. Some practical exams or coursework assessments may take place earlier in the academic year. The exam timetables are usually released by the exam boards in the autumn before the exam year, and students should refer to the specific timetable for their exam board to know the exact dates of their exams.

What should you bring to an A Level or AS exam?

The students that I notice are the most calm before an exam, are those who are the most organised, and make sure everything is accounted for in advance. It’s important to bring the necessary items and equipment to your A level exam, to ensure a smooth exam experience. Here’s a list of items to bring to your exams:

  1. Exam identification: Bring your exam candidate number and any photo identification required by your exam centre or school.

  2. Stationery:

    • Black or blue ballpoint pens: Most exams require students to use black or blue ink. Bring more than one pen to ensure you have a backup.

    • Pencils: Bring HB pencils for diagrams, graphs, or any required shading. A sharpener and eraser are also useful.

    • Highlighters: These can be helpful for emphasising key points in questions or passages.

    • Ruler: A clear ruler is useful for drawing straight lines or measuring in subjects like Maths or Physics.

    • Compass, protractor, and calculator: These may be necessary for subjects like Maths and Physics. Ensure your calculator is of an approved model.

  3. Watch or timer: A simple, non-smart watch or timer can help you manage your time during the exam. Smartwatches, mobile phones, or any other devices with communication or storage capabilities are not allowed in the exam room.

  4. Water: Bring a clear plastic bottle of water with the label removed to stay hydrated during the exam.

  5. Snacks: Check with your exam centre’s rules, but some may allow a small, non-disruptive snack (e.g. a cereal bar) for longer exams.

  6. Comfort items: Wear comfortable clothing and layers to adjust for room temperature. If you require glasses or contact lenses, ensure you bring them.

  7. Exam timetable and location: Bring a printed copy of your exam timetable, including the date, time, and location of the exam, so you can easily find your assigned room.

  8. Special equipment or materials: Some exams, like Art or Design and Technology, may require additional materials or equipment. Check the exam specifications and guidelines to ensure you bring everything you need.

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