Mathematics

Course summary

The Mathematics course builds on many concepts studied at GCSE, as well as introducing new concepts. Students will extend their range of mathematical skills and techniques and use them in a variety of contexts. All of the units within the course are designed to ensure students understand the need to use appropriate techniques within models of real-world situations, use mathematics as an effective means of communication, and develop skills in problem-solving and organization. Students study Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics. The principal components of Pure Mathematics are: • Algebra and functions • Coordinate geometry • Trigonometry • Calculus • Sequences and series The Applied Mathematics units are Statistics and Mechanics Mathematics. Statistics includes: • Representation and summary of data • Probability • Correlation and regression • Discrete random variables • The Normal distribution Mechanics Mathematics includes: • Kinematics • Newton’s Laws • Vectors • Momentum • Moments