Guides, exam strategies, and analysis of international curricula — A-Level, IGCSE, SAT, GMAT. Written by Dr. Georgiana Popovici based on 20+ years of teaching experience.
Guide · choosing your exam
They are not two versions of the same thing: one is an admission test, the other a school qualification. What each means in mathematics, and which one counts for your target university.
Guide · preparation timeline
Cambridge and Edexcel exam series, SAT dates for 2026–2027, UCAS deadlines — and what should be happening 12, 9, 6 and 3 months before your exam.
Guide · SAT
The test is adaptive: the first module decides how high your score can go. Current structure, calculator policy, and how to find the score your university expects.
GMAT Focus Edition: how long you really need
Preparation timeline based on your target score
IGCSE Mathematics — Core vs Extended
How to decide between the two tiers
A-Level Statistics: what you actually need to understand
Key concepts explained by a PhD in mathematical statistics
In the meantime, the FAQ page answers the most common questions about international math exams.
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