How is the WJEC Maths GCSE awarded?
The following summarises the examination structure and how the WJEC Maths GCSE is awarded. There are 3 tiers all of which adhere to the traditional grading system. All three tiers will sit two GCSE maths papers, one non-calculator and one calculator. The marks awarded for both papers are the same and of equal weighting.
What is the syllabus of WJEC?
WJEC use two syllabuses Mathematics and Mathematics Numeracy. If you are not sure which syllabus you are studying or which exam tier (foundation, Intermediate or higher) you are sitting check with your teacher.
Is the Welsh exam board good for GCSE Maths?
The Welsh exam board has become more popular in recent years. If you are revising for a WJEC GCSE maths exam then making best use of the past papers is crucial.
How many GCSE Maths papers are there?
All three tiers will sit two GCSE maths papers, one non-calculator and one calculator. The marks awarded for both papers are the same and of equal weighting. ยท There will be a mixture of shorter and longer questions with the paper generally getting more difficult as you progress through it.
What is the WJEC secure website?
The WJEC Secure Website is a secure area for centres to access resources and securely carry out administrative processes. add Teach outside of Wales? Centres can make entries, input internal assessment marks, apply for access arrangements and post result services, as well as view results via the secure website.
What resources are on the WJEC Eduqas secure website?
Resources on the secure website include circulars, past papers and mark schemes pre-release materials. WJEC Eduqas approved centres have access to the secure website. Centres are provided with one primary account with administrative access. This is usually allocated to the exam officer.
What do I do if I have forgotten my WJEC password?
This is usually allocated to the exam officer. The primary account holder can create secondary accounts and administer these for members of staff at their centre. If you have forgotten your password, please email [email protected] to request new login details. For further guidance please email [email protected] or phone 029 2026 5163.