A-Level Mathematics
Course Summary
Mathematics is the application of a finite number of methods to an infinite number of problems. A level Mathematics provides students with a thorough grounding in the mathematical tools and techniques often needed in the workplace. The logic and reasoning skills developed by studying A level Maths make sure the qualification is widely respected, even in non – mathematical areas. A good understanding of the principles involved, a willingness to work hard to overcome any hurdles encountered, together with practice in solving the recurrent type of problems, will make a successful Mathematician. The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to understand mathematics and mathematical processes in a way that promotes confidence, fosters enjoyment and provides a strong foundation for progress to further study, whilst understanding the coherence and progression in mathematics and how different areas of mathematics are connected. In summary, A level Maths is a challenging but fascinating and extremely rewarding course.
Course Introduction
Course Outline
Exam Board: Edexcel
Each paper is 2 hours and they have equal weighting.
Papers 1 and 2 – Any content from Proof, Algebra and functions, Coordinate geometry, Sequences and series, Trigonometry, Exponentials and logarithms, Differentiation, Integration, Numerical methods, Vectors.
Paper 3 – Section A Statistics: Statistical sampling, Data presentation and interpretation, Probability, Statistical distributions, Statistical hypothesis testing. Section B Mechanics: Quantities and units in Mechanics, Kinematics, Forces and Newton’s laws, Moments.
Subject Entry Requirements
In addition to the general Sixth Form Entry requirements students will need the following:
GCSE English Literature or Language: Grade 4 or above
GCSE Mathematics: Grade 7 or above
