Mathematics

Course summary

• Mathematical argument, language and proof • Mathematical problem solving • Mathematical modeling Content Pure: Proof, Algebra and functions, Co-ordinate geometry, Sequences and series, Trigonometry, Exponentials and logarithms, Calculus, Vectors. Statistics: Statistical sampling, Data presentation and interpretation, Probability, Statistical distributions, Statistical hypothesis testing. Mechanics: Quantities, Kinematics, Forces and Newton’s laws, Moments) Why • Gain mathematical skills that help with the transition into higher education. • The fact that maths complements many other A-level subjects. • Learning mathematical skills that will help them in many careers. • Understanding of the mathematics that underpin many aspects of our lives. • Acute logical thinking and problem-solving abilities. • The ability to process, interpret and analyse information.