Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC)

The Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC) was introduced in Australia in 1978 as the first Australia-wide mathematics challenge 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 32 countries around the globe.
The Australian Mathematics Trust (AMT) is a national non-profit organization whose purpose is to enrich the teaching and learning of mathematics for students of all standards. AMT holds mathematics and informatics challenge, administer enrichment activities, conducts workshops for students and teachers, and publishes books on mathematical enrichment for Australian and international students. The AMT is based at the University of Canberra with representatives on our board from the Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers, Australian Academy of Science and the Australian Mathematical Society.

The AMT selects and supports Australia’s international mathematics and informatics Olympiad teams. 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 32 countries and regions around the globe. Starting in 2026, a new Pre-A level will be introduced in China. This level is designed for Grade 1 and 2 students, aiming to allow more students to experience the unique problem solving logic and mathematical charm of the AMC.

Qualified Students

Level Pre-A – (Grade 1, 2)
Level A – (Grade 3, 4, 5)
Level B – (Grade 6, 7)
Level C – (Grade 8, 9)
Level D – (Grade10, 11)
Level E – (Grade 12)

Scoring System

Level Pre-A: 25 questions, maximum score equals 100 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 22 are worth 5 points.
Questions 23 to 24 are worth 6 points.
Questions 25 is worth 8 points.

Level A- E: 30 questions, 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.

Scoring System

Level Pre-A: 25 questions, maximum score equals 100 points. No penalties apply for wrong answers.

Question 1-10: 3 points
Question 11-20: 4 points
Question 21-22: 5 points
Question 23-24: 6 points
Question 25: 8 points

Level A-E: 30 questions, maximum score equals 135 points. No penalties apply for wrong answers.

Question 1-10: 3 points
Question 11-20: 4 points
Question 21-25: 5 points
Question 26-30: 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 points respectively

Global Awards

Peter O'Halloran Award: Awarded to any student who achieves a perfect score

National Awards

Prize: Top 0.3%
High Distinction: Top 3% (Top 5% for Level E)
Distinction: Top 20% (Top 25% for Level E)
Credit: Top 55% (Top 60% for Level E)
Proficiency: Students who achieve a preset score but have not been awarded a Credit (or higher) certificate. The cut-off score tends to fluctuate as the difficulty varies, averaging around 32 points.

1、Can the students bring a calculator to AMC?

Just simple calculators can be used for the Level A & B. Calculators, maths stencils or other calculating aids are NOT allowed to use for the Level C & D & E.

2、Refund policy

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.