Mathematics
Course summary
A level Mathematics involves the study of mathematical principles and techniques and their application to theoretical and practical problem solving. It provides the sound base necessary for further mathematical study but it is also a highly respected A level for all degree courses. If you are particularly interested in studying Mathematics at university you should also look at studying A level Further Mathematics.
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 5 gcse qualifications at grade 5.0 or above | — |
Mathematics | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
English Language | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
Mathematics | Grade 7 in Mathematics | — |
As published by the school
6 GCSEs at grade 6+ including a grade 6 in English Language and Mathematics. In addition, all courses have specific GCSE entry requirements which are stated in the course description for each subject.
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Assessment
Year one You will study three areas of mathematics – Pure, Statistics and Mechanics. Paper 1: Pure Mathematics (written exam – 66.66%) Content Overview: Proof, algebra and functions, coordinate geometry in the (x-y) plane, sequences and series, trigonometry, exponentials and logarithms, differentiation, integration and vectors. Paper 2: Statistics and Mechanics (written exam – 33.33%) Section A (Statistics): Statistical sampling, data presentation and interpretation, probability, statistical distributions and statistical hypothesis testing. Section B (Mechanics): Quantities and units in mechanics, forces and Newton’s laws, kinematics and moments. Year two You will study three areas of mathematics – Pure, Statistics and Mechanics. Paper 1 & Paper 2: Pure Mathematics (written exam – each worth 33.33%) Content Overview: Proof, algebra and functions, coordinate geometry in the (x-y) plane, sequences and series, trigonometry, exponentials and logarithms, differentiation, integration and vectors. Paper 3: Statistics and Mechanics (written exam – 33.33%) Section A (Statistics): Statistical sampling, data presentation and interpretation, probability, statistical distributions and statistical hypothesis testing. Section B (Mechanics): Quantities and units in mechanics, forces and Newton’s laws, kinematics and moments. Possible progression: This course is an excellent preparation for studying Mathematics at university, especially in combination with Further Mathematics. It also covers the techniques and applications needed for the study of other subjects in higher education such as Medicine, Engineering, Economics, Geography and the Sciences.
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