Where to find AQA past papers
Use the AQA website past-papers section for your subject, tier and series. Download papers with mark schemes and examiner reports where available.
How to use them well
Learn the content first, then practise under timed conditions. Mark carefully with the mark scheme and read examiner reports for common mistakes.
Lift College and AQA
Lift College delivers GCSEs through AQA, Edexcel (Pearson) and OCR. Online study prepares you for exams sat at approved centres.
Browse GCSE courses.
Related resource: GCSE Maths past papers.
Example subject: GCSE Physics online.
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Frequently asked questions
Where do I find AQA past papers?
From the AQA website past-papers section for your subject and tier, plus mark schemes.
Should I use mark schemes?
Yes. Mark schemes show how marks are awarded and what examiners expect.
Are past papers enough on their own?
Past papers work best alongside structured content study, not alone.
Does Lift College offer AQA GCSE courses?
Yes. Lift College delivers GCSEs through AQA, Edexcel and OCR.
Where do I sit my AQA GCSE exam if studying online?
At an approved external centre. Lift College advises on finding centres.
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