Mathematics
Consett Academy - County Durham
01207507001
Ashdale Road, Consett, DH8 6LZ
Course summary

The A Level Mathematics course consists of pure mathematics, mechanics, and statistics. Pure mathematics content makes up two-thirds of the course and the remaining third of the course consists of applied maths and is split evenly between mechanics and statistics. It provides a thorough grounding in the mathematical tools and techniques often needed in the workplace and at University. WHAT WILL I STUDY? Pure Mathematics builds upon topics already studied: algebra, trigonometry, coordinate geometry and graphs. It also includes the fundamental mathematics of calculus. Mechanics is the study of objects, their motion and the forces acting upon them. The course investigates friction, projectiles and the effects on objects in a collision. Statistics extends GCSE topics such as the correlation between two variables as represented on a scatter graph; here the relationship is analyzed in quantitative terms. The study of chance and probability is enhanced. A study of the normal distribution is also part of this unit. The ability to analyze data in real-life contexts is extremely valuable in a number of other subject areas.

Entry requirements

Minimum of five grade 5 – 9 GCSE’s (this should include Maths and English). We will take into account BTEC courses and GCSE results. GCSE Mathematics with at least a grade 7.

How you'll be assessed

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityCounty Durham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressAshdale Road, Consett, DH8 6LZ