A Level Mathematics

Course summary

This is an academically rigorous course which is designed to enable students to extend their range of mathematical skills and techniques, apply their knowledge to make logical and reasoned decisions within a variety of contexts, and use technology appropriately. There is an emphasis on problem-solving, proof, and the use of mathematical modelling to represent real situations. The course content has pure and applied mathematics in the ratio 2:1. Pure Mathematics: Algebra and functions; Coordinate geometry; Trigonometry; Sequences and Series; Exponentials and logarithms; Calculus; Proof; Vectors. Applied Mathematics: Statistics - Statistical sampling; Data representation and interpretation; Probability; Statistical distributions; Hypothesis testing. Mechanics - Quantities and units in mechanics; Kinematics; Forces and Newton’s Laws.