AQA Further Maths Paper 1 Non-calculator June 2026 Ms

This is the final version 1.0 mark scheme for the AQA Level 2 Certificate Further Mathematics Paper 1 Non-Calculator, 8365/1, from the June 2026 exam series. It provides the answers, mark allocations and examiner guidance for the paper’s questions.

The mark scheme explains how method, accuracy and independent marks are awarded, including dependent marks, follow-through credit, equivalent answers and special cases. It also gives guidance on assessing shown working, misreads, alternative methods and premature rounding. Topics include algebra, coordinate geometry, functions, trigonometry, quadratics, matrices, differentiation, sequences, binomial expansion, surds, counting and circle theorems. Pair it with the matching question paper for complete exam practice.

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This mark scheme is for students preparing for the AQA Level 2 Certificate in Further Mathematics who want to check their answers and understand how marks are awarded. Teachers and tutors can use it to review solutions, explain marking criteria and support exam practice.