Mathematics
Caldew School - Cumberland
01228710044
Dalston, Carlisle, CA5 7NN
Course summary

The Mathematics AS/A level consists of three main area of study: Pure Mathematics (66%)is the methods and techniques which underpin the study of all other areas of mathematics, such as algebra, trigonometry, calculus, vectors and proof. Most of these extend work from GCSE. Statistics (17%) involves statistical sampling, data presentation and probability, leading to the study of some statistical distributions and working with a large data set. Mechanics (17%) is the study of the physical world, modelling the motion.

Entry requirements

- We expect students to have achieved a Grade 6 or above at GCSE Maths. - Five 9-4 grades or equivalent at GCSE in total.

How you'll be assessed

The Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in Mathematics consists of three externally-examined papers. Paper 1: Pure Mathematics 1 Paper 2: Pure Mathematics 2 Paper 3: Statistics and Mechanics

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityCumberland
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressDalston, Carlisle, CA5 7NN