Mathematics

Course summary

Exam board – OCR, Specification H240 Minimum requirements for the course: Grade 7 in Mathematics. Staff contact: Mr Muir TMU@cheneyschool.org What is Mathematics all about? Mathematics is the language of the universe; it seeks an understanding of patterns and structures, demanding the application of logic, creativity and rigour. Mathematics is therefore both an art and a science discipline: both a system of skills used to perform calculations, devise proofs, etc, and a system of knowledge relating to number, shape and abstract concepts. Course structure: 3 x 2-hour papers (Pure Mathematics, Mechanics and Statistics), 3 x 33%. Complementary courses: Complements a number of subjects but it is particularly beneficial for Physics and Chemistry. Essential if you wish to study Further Mathematics. Leads to: Essential for degree level Mathematics. It is often a prerequisite for other degree courses. Resources: Essential: A Level Mathematics for OCR A Student Books 1 & 2, Kadelburg, Woolley, Fannon & Ward. Covered by the Library textbook deposit scheme. Optional: Cambridge Go; Integral Maths; Dr Frost Maths. (online, free through school) What students say: 'It's amazing how Maths and real-world situations come together - like Differentiation and Optimisation problems … it just blows your mind!'