National 5 Mathematics
Course Specification (24/05/2023)
Explains the structure of the course, including its purpose and aims and information on the skills, knowledge and understanding that will be developed.
Past Papers and Marking Instructions
Access all past papers by subject/level
Additional question papers resources
Illustrates the standard, structure and requirements of the question papers candidates will sit (includes marking instructions).
- Mathematics Paper 1 (Non-Calculator) Specimen Question Paper National 5
August 2023 - Mathematics Paper 2 Specimen Question Paper National 5
August 2023
2021
There were no exams in 2021. The 2020-21 question paper resources are, for most subjects, modified papers which reflect the modifications put in place for session 2020-21
Understanding Standards (27/11/2023)
Examples of candidate evidence with commentaries
Course assessment overview
Changes to understanding standards materials
Please note: Understanding Standards materials are regularly reviewed to ensure they remain up to date.
Additional Resources session 2020-22
Please note: Additional resources published during sessions 2020-2022 are currently under review. Further information can be found on the Understanding Standards Website
Course reports (14/09/2023)
Provides information on the performance of candidates - which is useful to teachers, lecturers and assessors in their preparation of candidates for future assessment.
Course Reports
- 2023 National 5 Mathematics Course Report
September 2023 - 2022 National 5 Mathematics Course Report
September 2022 - 2019 National 5 Mathematics Course Report
September 2019 - 2018 National 5 Mathematics Course Report
August 2018 - 2017 National 5 Mathematics Course Report
October 2017
Verification Reports
Formulae list
Ushare open learning resources
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- NQs - notification of changes to documents
Contact Information
- Candidate and General Enquiries
- 0345 279 1000