AS and A Level Exam Schedule 2027
The 2027 exam period is packed, especially from Monday 10 May to Friday 18 June. The main task is simple: know the dates, spot any busy weeks early, and build a revision plan that protects the subjects that need the most practice.
This guide sets out the AS and A-level timetable provided for 2027 for popular subjects, then focuses on Maths, History, Chemistry, and Biology preparation tips.
Always check final dates with the official timetable from the relevant exam board and the school or college exams office. Timetables can change, and personal entries may vary.
AS and A-level exam schedule for 2027
The timetable below is organised by date and session. Morning exams are listed as AM and afternoon exams as PM.
Date | Session | Exam |
Monday 10 May 2027 | AM | A-level Economics, Paper 1 |
Monday 10 May 2027 | PM | AS Further Mathematics, Paper 1 |
Tuesday 11 May 2027 | AM | AS Chemistry, Paper 1 |
Tuesday 11 May 2027 | AM | AS Economics, Paper 1 |
Tuesday 11 May 2027 | PM | AS Computer Science, Paper 1 |
Wednesday 12 May 2027 | AM | AS Physics, Paper 1 |
Wednesday 12 May 2027 | PM | AS History, Paper 1 |
Thursday 13 May 2027 | AM | AS Biology, Paper 1 |
Thursday 13 May 2027 | PM | AS Mathematics, Paper 1 |
Friday 14 May 2027 | PM | AS Further Mathematics, Paper 2 |
Monday 17 May 2027 | AM | AS Economics, Paper 2 |
Monday 17 May 2027 | PM | AS Computer Science, Paper 2 |
Monday 17 May 2027 | PM | A-level Economics, Paper 2 |
Monday 17 May 2027 | PM | AS History, Paper 2 |
Tuesday 18 May 2027 | AM | AS Chemistry, Paper 2 |
Tuesday 18 May 2027 | PM | AS Physics, Paper 2 |
Wednesday 19 May 2027 | PM | A-level History, Paper 1 |
Thursday 20 May 2027 | AM | AS Biology, Paper 2 |
Thursday 20 May 2027 | PM | A-level Further Mathematics, Paper 1 |
Friday 21 May 2027 | AM | A-level Physics, Paper 1 |
Friday 21 May 2027 | PM | AS Mathematics, Paper 2 |
Tuesday 25 May 2027 | PM | A-level Further Mathematics, Paper 2 |
Wednesday 26 May 2027 | AM | A-level History, Paper 2 |
Wednesday 26 May 2027 | PM | A-level Mathematics, Paper 1 |
Thursday 27 May 2027 | PM | A-level Physics, Paper 2 |
Friday 28 May 2027 | AM | A-level Chemistry, Paper 1 |
Monday 7 June 2027 | AM | A-level Economics, Paper 3 |
Monday 7 June 2027 | PM | A-level Biology, Paper 1 |
Monday 7 June 2027 | PM | A-level Computer Science, Paper 1 |
Tuesday 8 June 2027 | AM | A-level Physics, Paper 3 |
Tuesday 8 June 2027 | PM | A-level History, Paper 3 |
Wednesday 9 June 2027 | PM | A-level Mathematics, Paper 2 |
Thursday 10 June 2027 | AM | A-level Chemistry, Paper 2 |
Thursday 10 June 2027 | PM | A-level Further Mathematics, Paper 3 |
Monday 14 June 2027 | PM | A-level Biology, Paper 2 |
Tuesday 15 June 2027 | AM | A-level Computer Science, Paper 2 |
Wednesday 16 June 2027 | PM | A-level Mathematics, Paper 3 |
Thursday 17 June 2027 | AM | A-level Chemistry, Paper 3 |
Friday 18 June 2027 | AM | A-level Biology, Paper 3 |
The A level Exams 2027 run across several intense blocks. The first main block begins on Monday 10 May. The second starts after half term, from Monday 7 June. A good revision plan should treat both blocks seriously, not only the earliest exams.
Key dates for Maths, History, Chemistry, and Biology
These four subjects have a clear spread across May and June. Some papers come close together, so the order matters.
Subject | AS dates | A-level dates |
Mathematics | Thursday 13 May PM, Friday 21 May PM | Wednesday 26 May PM, Wednesday 9 June PM, Wednesday 16 June PM |
History | Wednesday 12 May PM, Monday 17 May PM | Wednesday 19 May PM, Wednesday 26 May AM, Tuesday 8 June PM |
Chemistry | Tuesday 11 May AM, Tuesday 18 May AM | Friday 28 May AM, Thursday 10 June AM, Thursday 17 June AM |
Biology | Thursday 13 May AM, Thursday 20 May AM | Monday 7 June PM, Monday 14 June PM, Friday 18 June AM |
Several useful patterns stand out.
AS Chemistry and AS Biology both begin early. Chemistry Paper 1 is on Tuesday 11 May, and Biology Paper 1 is on Thursday 13 May. These need attention before the timetable begins.
A-level History has two May papers. Paper 1 is on Wednesday 19 May, followed by Paper 2 on Wednesday 26 May. That leaves one week between them.
A-level Maths is spread across three separate weeks. Paper 1 is on Wednesday 26 May. Paper 2 follows on Wednesday 9 June. Paper 3 is on Wednesday 16 June. This spacing gives time to correct weak areas between papers.
A-level Biology finishes the timetable. Paper 3 is on Friday 18 June. That does not mean Biology can wait. Paper 1 arrives on Monday 7 June, straight after the break.
Why Maths matters and how to prepare
Maths is more than a subject for science or finance. It builds problem-solving, accuracy, and logical thinking. A-level Mathematics commonly supports routes into engineering, economics, computing, graphics, psychology, natural sciences, and many degree apprenticeships.
Maths rewards practice more than rereading. The mark schemes also show a clear truth: method matters. A correct answer with no working can lose marks in multi-step questions, while a small arithmetic error may still gain method marks if the reasoning is clear.
Use this approach.
Practise by topic first
Start with weaker areas, such as differentiation, integration, trigonometry, statistics, or mechanics. Do not begin with full papers if core methods are shaky.
Keep an error log
Write down the question type, the mistake, and the corrected method. For example, “forgot constant of integration” or “used degrees instead of radians”. Review this list twice a week.
Time full papers later
Once topic work improves, complete full papers under timed conditions. This builds speed and stamina. It also shows whether errors happen because of knowledge gaps or exam pressure. Reduce the time to add some more pressure.
Show working clearly
Use one line for each step. This makes it easier to check answers and helps secure method marks.
For the 2027 timetable, A-level Maths students have papers on 26 May, 9 June, and 16 June. That spacing is useful. After Paper 1, write down any topics that felt weak and address them before Paper 2.
Why History matters and how to prepare
History trains evidence handling, argument, and judgement. These skills support subjects and careers that depend on reading carefully and writing clearly, including law, politics, journalism, teaching, research, heritage, and public policy.
Strong History answers do not just describe events. They answer the question directly. They use selected evidence to support a line of argument. They also weigh different causes, consequences, or interpretations.
A good History revision plan should include knowledge, essay practice, and source or interpretation work.
Build clear timelines
Put major events in order. Add causes, key people, and consequences. This helps stop essays becoming a list of disconnected facts.
Revise by themes
Frequent themes encompass political, social, and economic aspects. I frequently employ long-term, short-term, and trigger as straightforward themes. Revising by themes aids in addressing comparison questions.
Practise introductions and judgements
A strong introduction gives a clear answer. A strong conclusion makes a judgement based on the evidence used. Avoid vague endings.
Use evidence precisely
Dates, policies, laws, events, and named individuals make answers stronger. General points need specific support.
A-level History has Paper 1 on Wednesday 19 May, Paper 2 on Wednesday 26 May, and Paper 3 on Tuesday 8 June. That creates a busy May period. It is sensible to prepare Paper 1 and Paper 2 content before the first History exam begins.
Why Chemistry matters and how to prepare
Chemistry explains matter, reactions, materials, and the structure of substances. It is central to medicine, pharmacy, chemical engineering, environmental science, biochemistry, materials science, and many laboratory careers.
Chemistry combines knowledge, calculations, practical skills, and application. A student may know a definition but still lose marks if they cannot apply it to an unfamiliar reaction or data table. Past papers are useful because they show how the same ideas can appear in different forms.
Use a balanced plan.
Learn core definitions exactly
Terms such as enthalpy change, oxidation, nucleophile, dynamic equilibrium, and standard solution can carry marks. Wording matters.
Practise calculations step by step
Moles, concentrations, titrations, gas volumes, pH, equilibrium constants, and energetics need repeated practice. Include units in every step.
Connect organic reactions
Make reaction maps. Include reagents, conditions, products, and mechanisms where required. This helps with synthesis questions.
Review required practical skills
Chemistry papers often assess practical understanding. Revise apparatus, measurements, uncertainties, safety, and reasons for each method.
AS Chemistry papers are on Tuesday 11 May and Tuesday 18 May. A-level Chemistry papers fall on Friday 28 May, Thursday 10 June, and Thursday 17 June. The gap between Paper 1 and Paper 2 gives time to repair weak areas, but Paper 3 follows one week after Paper 2. Practical and synoptic revision should not be left until the final few days.
Why Biology matters and how to prepare
Biology studies living systems, from cells and enzymes to ecosystems and inheritance. It supports routes into medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, physiotherapy, biomedical science, psychology, ecology, sport science, and environmental work.
Biology is content-heavy. It also tests application. That means recall alone is not enough. Exam questions often ask students to interpret graphs, explain unfamiliar experiments, or apply known processes to new contexts.
A strong Biology plan should include active recall and data practice.
Use active recall
Close the textbook and write what you know. Then check the gaps. This works better than only highlighting because it forces memory retrieval.
Master processes in sequences
Practise step-by-step explanations for topics such as protein synthesis, respiration, photosynthesis, immunity, nerve impulses, and gene expression.
Practise graph and data questions
Pay attention to axes, units, trends, anomalies, and comparison language. Many marks come from describing data accurately before explaining it.
Learn command words
“Describe”, “explain”, “compare”, and “evaluate” ask for different answers. Matching the command word helps avoid wasted writing and time.
AS Biology papers are on Thursday 13 May and Thursday 20 May. A-level Biology papers are on Monday 7 June, Monday 14 June, and Friday 18 June. Paper 3 is the final listed exam, so energy management matters. Keep Biology revision steady during the June block.
Other popular subjects on the 2027 timetable
The schedule also includes Computer Science, Physics, Economics, and Further Mathematics. These are popular choices for students with interests in technology, engineering, finance, science, mathematics, and problem-solving.
They appear across the May and June timetable, with some papers placed close to Maths, Chemistry, Biology, or History exams. That can affect revision time, rest, and travel planning.
This guide concentrates on Maths, History, Chemistry, and Biology, as I provide tutoring in these areas. Nonetheless, much of the advice can be applied to other subjects. Students enrolled in these should review the complete timetable thoroughly and follow the subject-specific guidance from their teachers or exam center.
How to use the timetable without feeling overwhelmed
A timetable only helps if it turns into weekly action. The best plan is realistic, visible, and easy to adjust.
Start by marking every exam date. Then add three layers.
Two months before the first paper
Finish core content. Identify weak topics. Start regular past paper questions.
One month before each paper
Move from notes to exam practice. Use mark schemes to check precision. Rewrite weak answers.
The final days before each paper
Review summaries, formulae, definitions, timelines, diagrams, and common mistakes. Avoid trying to learn whole topics from scratch the night before.
Short revision sessions are effective when they have a specific goal. "Revise Biology" is too broad, whereas "Answer three immunity questions and mark them" is more productive. Ensure the sessions aren't too brief, as you'll need endurance for lengthy exams.
A weekly plan might include:
one timed Maths section
one History essay plan
one Chemistry calculation set
one Biology data question set
one short review of corrections from earlier in the week
Rest also belongs in the plan. Sleep supports memory and concentration. Long revision days with no breaks often produce weaker recall and more mistakes.
Get support before the timetable becomes urgent
The 2027 exam schedule gives enough time to prepare, but the best gains often come from starting before pressure builds. If Maths, History, Chemistry, or Biology feels uneven, targeted help can make revision more focused.
For one-to-one support with exam preparation, use the contact page to ask about tutoring for upcoming AS and A-level exams.
A clear plan will not remove every nerve, but it can remove uncertainty. Know the dates. Practise the right skills. Mark work honestly. Fix mistakes early. That is how this timetable becomes manageable.
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