Examination specifications and sample materials

(Version 3, March 2025)

Sample questions for written examination 1 (January 2023) and Formula sheet (August 2024)

Sample questions for written examination 2 (January 2023) and Formula sheet (August 2024)

Past examinations and examination reports

Examinations relating to the current study design

The following examinations relate to the current VCE ​​Mathematics study design and other curriculum materials.

2024 

2024 VCE Specialist Mathematics examination 1
2024 VCE Specialist Mathematics examination 2

(updated 13 February 2025)

(updated 13 February 2025)

Chief Assessor External Assessment Professional Learning Pilot Project 2024 – Specialist Mathematics Exam 1

In the following video, the Chief assessor for the examination will describe the general marking principles and solution pathways to complete the paper with written solutions that would attract full marks. Where appropriate, descriptions of working for Multiple Choice questions and related CAS techniques will also be explored. It will be useful during viewing to have access to the external assessment report and assessment guide for the examination.

Chief Assessor External Assessment Professional Learning Pilot Project 2024 – Specialist Mathematics Exam 2

In the following video, the Chief assessor for the examination will describe the general marking principles and solution pathways to complete the paper with written solutions that would attract full marks. Where appropriate, descriptions of working for Multiple Choice questions and related CAS techniques will also be explored. It will be useful during viewing to have access to the external assessment report and assessment guide for the examination.

2023

2023 VCE Specialist Mathematics examination 1
2023 VCE Specialist Mathematics examination 2

2023 VCE Specialist Mathematics 1 external assessment report
2023 VCE Specialist Mathematics 2 external assessment report

Examinations relating to previous study designs
 

Students and teachers should note that, with the introduction of a new study design, the following past examinations are not necessarily a guide to the current VCE examination for this study.