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A-Level Mathematics
Why Choose Mathematics?
Mathematics is an excellent choice as a subject in its own right. It will also support your studies
in other subjects. Whether you work to AS level or the full A Level, you will gain a recognised and valued
qualification. Many university courses; accountancy, engineering, ICT, science, medicine… require mathematics
at an Advanced Level as an entry qualification.
What Will You Study?
In Year 12 you will study AS Mathematics which will involve work on three separate Modules. These
will be Core 1, Core 2 and Statistics. In Year 13, should you choose to move on to A2 Mathematics, you
will again study three modules. These will be Core 3, Core 4 and Mechanics.
Changes To A-Level Specifications
Unlike almost all other A Level courses Mathematics did not change to 4 Modules last year.
Major changes are planned for 2011 onwards.
What Exams Will You Need To Take?
Each module leads to an exam, some of which can be sat more than once if need be. Some exams will
take place in January of each year. Passes in three modules will result in an Advanced Subsidiary Award
(AS Level), whereas passes in all six modules will result in an Advanced Level Award (An A Level).
Will There Be Coursework?
Coursework is an option we could use if the group so wished. However, at this stage it is not intended
that we take up this option.
What Do I Need To Get On The Course?
You will need an interest in mathematics and how mathematics is used to solve everyday and complex
problems. You will have studied GCSE Mathematics at Higher level in one of the highest groups and gained
a minimum of a grade B.
How Do I Find Out More?
You can speak to Mr Parker or any others members of the Mathematics Faculty. We will be happy to answer
your questions.
Course Outline |
Core 1
Algebra, including Equations for Straight and Curved Lines,
Solving Linear and Quadratic Equations and Inequalities,
Understanding Surds,
Polynomials and Equations of Circles,
Rates of Change Leading to Differentiation, Integration and Areas Under a Graph.
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Core 3
Algebra and Functions,
Trigonometric Identities,
Exponentials and Logarithms,
Further Differentiation and Integration,
Numerical Methods.
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Core 2
Indices, Sequences and Series,
Exponentials and Logarithms,
Binomial Expansions,
Trigonometry,
Differentiation and Integration.
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Core 4
Further Algebraic Functions,
Coordinate Geometry,
Sequences and Series,
Growth and Decay,
Vectors,
Using Differentiation and Integration,
Further Trigonometric Identities.
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Statistics 1
Collecting and Processing Data,
Binomial and Normal Distribution,
Standard Deviation and Variance and Confidence Testing,
Probability,
Correlation and Regression.
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Mechanics 1
Mathematical Modeling,
Kinematics in 1 & 2 Dimensions,
Static Systems and Forces,
Motion and Momentum,
Particles and Projectiles.
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