M1Compulsory foundation
Mathematics 1
Core mathematical knowledge and its application without a calculator.
ESAT route · Engineering
Three modules, one preparation system
Cambridge Engineering applicants take Mathematics 1, Mathematics 2 and Physics. This route keeps the three papers connected while showing where each needs separate attention.
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M2Engineering route
Mathematics 2
The additional mathematics module required for Cambridge Engineering.
PEngineering route
Physics
The physics module required alongside Mathematics 1 and Mathematics 2.
This combination is confirmed for Cambridge Engineering. Check the current page for every other course and university before booking.
Paper selection
Use each source for a defined reason
The current specification is the boundary. Older papers can add volume, but they should not decide what is taught.
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Current specification
Use the UAT-UK specification as the boundary for every topic and resource.
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Official ESAT material
Use the specimen and practice tests to understand the current computer-based format.
- 3
Filtered legacy papers
UAT-UK publishes older ENGAA and NSAA questions with out-of-specification items identified.
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Timed review cycle
Attempt, analyse, reattempt and record the method that should become faster next time.
Historical context
Cambridge Engineering ESAT averages from the 2025 cycle
Mean module scores released by the University of Cambridge in response to a Freedom of Information request.
Home applicants
- Mathematics 1
- 4.25
- Mathematics 2
- 4.24
- Physics
- 4.32
Home offer holders
- Mathematics 1
- 5.67
- Mathematics 2
- 5.67
- Physics
- 5.85
International applicants
- Mathematics 1
- 5.51
- Mathematics 2
- 5.38
- Physics
- 5.19
International offer holders
- Mathematics 1
- 7.41
- Mathematics 2
- 7.21
- Physics
- 7.20
Read these as context, not targets. They are averages for groups in one historical cycle, not cut-offs or guarantees. Cambridge states that ESAT results are considered alongside the rest of the application.
How support starts
Course context before paper volume
The matching survey records the course, current subjects, deadlines and areas of concern. That gives us enough context to discuss the right tutor and a sensible starting point without pretending one paper plan suits every Engineering applicant.
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Questions before preparation begins
Which modules does Cambridge Engineering require?
Cambridge Engineering requires Mathematics 1, Mathematics 2 and Physics. Requirements at other universities and for other engineering courses can differ.
Are the historical averages target scores?
No. They describe groups in one previous Cambridge admissions cycle. They are not cut-offs, guarantees or recommended targets, and the university considers ESAT results alongside the rest of the application.
Can I prepare with old ENGAA papers?
Yes, selectively. UAT-UK provides legacy preparation papers and indicates questions that are outside the current ESAT specification. Current official ESAT material should remain the reference point.
A considered next step
Start with the matching survey
Tell us where the student is applying and how preparation currently feels. We will review the context before discussing a suitable tutor.
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Information reviewed September 2026. Confirm current requirements on the university and UAT-UK websites.