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STEP (Sixth Term Examination Paper) Mathematics
Advanced problem-solving maths exams forming part of Cambridge maths offers
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At a glance
- Set by
- OCR (Cambridge University Press & Assessment)
- Level
- Undergraduate admissions (mathematics, post-offer)
- Region
- United Kingdom
- Programme
- UK University Admissions Tests
- 2 versions
- STEP 2STEP 3
The format, as published
- Paper-based, sat in June after applying (usually mid-late June): each paper 3 h with 12 questions (8 pure, 2 mechanics, 2 probability/statistics); best 6 answers count, max 120 marks.
- Grades S, 1, 2, 3, U.
- STEP 3 assumes A-level Further Maths content.
- 2027 dates TBC by OCR.
Summarised from official sources. Always confirm dates and rules with the exam board.Official information(opens in a new tab)