Course information
Mathematics
Hatch End High School - Harrow
02084284330
Headstone Lane, Harrow, HA3 6NR
Course summary

Mathematics underpins almost every aspect of modern life. Its applications extend from space exploration to the National Lottery. You will enjoy this challenging course if you like solving problems in a logical manner, applying mathematical theories to real life situations and constructing rigorous mathematical arguments. You will develop your ability to reason logically, to construct mathematical proofs and to use Mathematics as an effective means of communication. You’ll extend your skills and techniques and use them in more difficult unstructured problems A2 Mathematics is well regarded as an indication of potential by both employers and universities. It is useful for entry to any higher education course and leads naturally to careers in Accountancy, Actuarial Science, Banking, Economics and Civil and Mechanical Engineering You will be taught through whole class teaching, classroom activities, demonstrations and small group work.

Entry requirements

6 GCSE grades 5-9 to include Maths at Grade 6+ & English Language at Grade 5+. Students are also expected to pass a Basic Maths Skills test.

How you'll be assessed

All students are required to pass a basic skills test at the beginning of the course. All three externally examined papers will be assessed by a two hour written examination at the end of the course. P1: Pure Maths 1, P2: Pure Maths 2 and P3: Statistics and Mechanics In Year 12, you will study Pure Maths 1 and selected Statistics & Mechanics topics. In Year 13, you will study Pure Maths 2 and selected Statistics & Mechanics topics. All standard stationery, writing materials and folders. You will also need a scientific calculator.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityHarrow
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressHeadstone Lane, Harrow, HA3 6NR