Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC)
Date: 26th September, 2020
Introduction
Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC)
The Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC) was introduced in Australia in 1978 as the first Australia-wide mathematics competition for students.It has become the largest single event on the Australian education calendar, allowing students to attempt the same tasks on the same day in over 30 countries around the globe.
The Australian Mathematics Trust (AMT) is a national not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to enrich the teaching and learning of mathematics for students of all standards. AMT hold mathematics and informatics competitions, administer enrichment activities, conduct workshops for students and teachers, and publish books on mathematical enrichment for Australian and international students. The AMT selects and supports Australia’s international mathematics and informatics Olympiad teams.
Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC)
Qualified Students
Qualified Students
- A – Middle Primary (Years 3–4)
- B – Upper Primary (Years 5–6)
- C – Junior (Years 7– 8)
- D – Intermediate (Years 9–10)
- E – Senior (Years 11–12)
Scoring System
Maximum score equals 135 points.( No penalties apply for wrong answers.)
- Questions 1 to 10 are worth 3 points.
- Questions 11 to 20 are worth 4 points.
- Questions 21 to 25 are worth 5 points.
- Questions 26 to 30 are worth 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 points respectively.
Requirements
Language
English and Chinese
Date
26th September, 2020
- A - B: 10:00-11:00(60min)
- C - E: 14:00-15:15(75min)
Contest
- Individual written test
- 5 different levels suitable for students from Years 3 to 12
Difficulty
There are five papers:
- A - Middle Primary (Years 3–4)
- B - Upper Primary (Years 5–6)
- C - Junior (Years 7– 8)
- D - Intermediate (Years 9–10)
- E - Senior (Years 11–12)
Notice: Students should sign up the difficulty level corresponding to the grade before the start of school in September
Location
- Exam Centers across China
- Online (exam computer or phone must be equipped with a camera)
Awards
| Scoring System | 25 multiple-choice questions and 5 questions that require whole number answers. Maximum score equals 135 points. ( No penalties apply for wrong answers. )
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| Global Awards | PETER O'HALLORAN AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE is awarded to any student who achieves a perfect score. |
| National Awards |
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Exam Centers
Registration
Fee
Includes the exam, proctor fee, grading, international post fee, past-papers and one online mock exam (ASDAN doesn't provide any trainings)
Online mock exam will be open 24 hours after registration deadline
Deadline
• 13th September 2020 (Exam center)
• 18th September 2020 (Online)
Registration
Click here to register.
Register and pay online, and you can download past exams and all preparation materials.
Academic training materials
Past Papers Mock Exam：Students who registers as A-PASS member of ASDAN Academy can have the access to dozens of the past papers and mock exams of international mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology informatics competitions including Australian Mathematics Competition.
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Sample Problems
FAQ
If, for some reason, the student is unable to attend after paying the fee, please contact us. If you apply before the registration deadline, 25% of the registration fee will be deducted as academic materials and service fees. If you apply after the registration deadline, no refund will be given.
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