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Competition Overview

The Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC) follows a global standardized format with 30 questions of increasing difficulty. All questions are designed to evaluate students’ mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills rather than rote calculation.

AMC Competition Rules

Domestic (China)

  • Competition Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025

  • A & B Levels (Grades 3–6): 10:00–11:00 (60 minutes)

  • C, D & E Levels (Grades 7–12): 14:00–15:15 (75 minutes)

  • Registration Deadline: September 16, 2025

International / Overseas

  • Paper Registration Deadline:

    • Australia & New Zealand: Friday, July 4, 2025

    • International: Friday, June 27, 2025

  • Online Registration Deadline: Friday, August 1, 2025

  • Paper Submission Deadline: Friday, August 8, 2025

  • Late Submission Deadline: Friday, August 22, 2025

Note: Papers submitted after the deadline may not be considered for official scores, which could disadvantage some students. Results submitted after November 15 will not be processed.

Language & Format

  • Languages: Bilingual (Chinese & English for China participants)

  • Number of Questions: 30 questions

    • Questions 1–25: Multiple Choice

    • Questions 26–30: Short Answer (0–999 integers)

  • Exam Duration: 60–75 minutes, depending on level

AMC Levels

The AMC has five difficulty levels, designed for Grades 3–12. Students of all ages with an interest in mathematics are encouraged to participate.

Level Grades
A – Middle Primary 3–5
B – Upper Primary 6–7
C – Junior 8–9
D – Intermediate 10–11
E – Senior 12

Students should register for the level corresponding to their grade before the school year starts in September.

Scoring System

  • Maximum Score: 135 points

  • Questions 1–10: 3 points each

  • Questions 11–20: 4 points each

  • Questions 21–25: 5 points each

  • Questions 26–30: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 points respectively

Competition Venues

  • Online (requires a computer with camera + mobile device)

  • Designated schools across China

Exam Content

The AMC covers:

  • Arithmetic

  • Algebra

  • Number Theory

  • Geometry

  • Measurement

  • Probability & Statistics

  • Combinatorics

  • Logical Reasoning

The AMC emphasizes mathematical thinking and problem-solving over heavy calculation. No calculators are needed. All questions are solvable with basic mathematical concepts.

Level-Specific Focus

Questions 1–20: Foundational Knowledge

  • Test basic arithmetic, logic, numerical reasoning, and spatial visualization

  • Based on core knowledge appropriate for each grade level

Questions 21–25: Mathematical Thinking

  • Assess depth of understanding and problem-solving flexibility

  • Require multiple-step reasoning and careful interpretation of questions

Questions 26–30: Reasoning & Calculation

  • Short answer questions, often involving combinatorics or derivations

  • Highest difficulty; require accurate reasoning and calculations

  • Time-intensive, so efficient time management is essential

Awards

Global Awards:

  • Peter O’Halloran Certificate of Excellence: Awarded to students who achieve a perfect score worldwide

China Regional Awards:

Award Levels A–D Level E
Prize Top 0.3% Top 0.3%
High Distinction Top 3% Top 5%
Distinction Top 20% Top 25%
Credit Top 55% Top 60%
Proficiency Scores above minimum threshold but not in top awards (average ~32 points)

Awards are graded separately by year within each level, e.g., Level A includes Grades 3 & 4, and students are evaluated within their grade cohort.

Preparation Strategy

  1. Practice with Past Papers:

    • AMC covers a wide range of topics, making it difficult to study by individual sections

    • Past papers are the most effective preparation tool

    • Simulate timed exams, manage time for simpler questions, and reserve time for challenging problems

  2. Study Official Solutions:

    • Difficulty usually lies in approach and reasoning, not knowledge gaps

    • Review solutions repeatedly to internalize problem-solving strategies

  3. Carefully Read Questions:

    • AMC question stems can be long or subtly worded

    • Highlight key information and avoid assumptions

Common Question Types

  1. Geometry & Figures:

    • From simple counting to complex diagrams

    • Practice visualization and transformation, including 3D projections

  2. Distance/Travel Problems:

    • Master the basic formula s=vts=vt

    • Solve pursuit and meeting problems efficiently

  3. Area & Volume of Common Figures:

    • Use formulas and factorization as required

  4. Equations:

    • Some middle school content involves linear systems

    • Practice writing and solving equations based on problem conditions

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