Maths A Level
Eckington School
Dronfield Road, Eckington, Sheffield, Derbyshire, S21 4GN
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Course Summary
Students who enjoy maths, those whose continued study following Y13 or those who need A Level Maths for their chosen career would be suited to this Maths A level
Course Details
Students will extend their learning of maths in topics covered at GCSE and of new ones introduced during A Level study.
Mathematical argument, language and proof
Mathematical problem solving
Mathematical modelling
Algebra and functions
Coordinate geometry in the ( x , y ) plane
Sequences and series
Trigonometry
Exponentials and logarithms
Differentiation
Integration
Numerical methods
Vectors
Statistical sampling
Data presentation and interpretation
Probability
Statistical distributions
Statistical hypothesis testing
Quantities and units in mechanics
Kinematics
Forces and Newton’s laws
How will it be delivered and assessed?
This qualification is assessed by examination consisting of three papers. One is a pure maths paper, the other half pure and half mechanics and the third is half pure and half statistics. A calculator is expected to be used.
Entry requirements
At least a strong grade 6 at GCSE.
Your next steps...
An A Level is maths will support any further study or career based on maths, the sciences, geography, business amongst other areas but an A Level in maths provides useful insight to the problem-solving ability and resilience you have and so is a good addition to any other A levels you may take for whatever path you want to take.
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