Mathematics
The Thomas Alleyne Academy - Hertfordshire
01438344344
High Street, Stevenage, SG1 3BE
Course summary

This is an challenging course, where you will develop your deductive reasoning and logical problem solving skills. In year 12 you will study 3 different modules, the balance is two thirds core maths and one third applied maths. Core maths includes Algebra and geometry, differentiation and integration. In year 13 further core principles are studied with another applied unit. Students studying at advance level must be well prepared in the basics before commencing the course. Pure Mathematics (66%) Methods and techniques which underpin the study of all other areas of mathematics, such as, proof, algebra, trigonometry, calculus, and vectors. Statistics (17%) Working with data from a sample to make inferences about a population, probability calculations, modelling real life data using statistical distributions and hypothesis testing. Mechanics (17%) The study of the physical world, modelling the motion of objects and the forces acting on them. You'll learn through classroom-based exercises including: lectures, presentations, discussion and debate, teamwork activities, self-directed research, and independent study,

Entry requirements

Minimum APS 5.6 Maths GCSE grade: 8

How you'll be assessed

100% externally assessment by public examination.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityHertfordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressHigh Street, Stevenage, SG1 3BE