Mathematics
Queen Elizabeth High School - Northumberland
01434610300
Whetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, NE46 3JB
Course summary

Through studying math you will develop your understanding of the subject in a way that promotes confidence and fosters enjoyment. It will extend your range of mathematical skills and techniques to use them in more difficult, unstructured problems. The syllabus will cover issues such as: • How to calculate a gradient at a single point. • What exactly is calculus and why is it useful? • Where does the sine curve come from? • Can you use infinity in a calculation? • How to cope with big data sets.

Entry requirements

Five 9 to 4 grades including a 4 or better in English Language (a Level 2 pass or above in BTEC/OCR courses counts as 1 GCSE). Min Aps 5.5 Math 7 At least 60% in the Year 11 algebra test (maximum two sittings)

How you'll be assessed

Component 1: Pure Mathematics Written exam, 2 hours, 100 marks (1⁄3 of the overall qualification) Component 2: Pure Mathematics and Statistics Written exam, 2 hours, 100 marks (1⁄3 of the overall qualification) Component 3: Pure Mathematics and Mechanics Written exam, 2 hours, 100 marks (1⁄3 of the overall qualification)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityNorthumberland
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressWhetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, NE46 3JB