The Mathematics course builds on many concepts studied at GCSE, as well as introducing new concepts. Students will extend their range of mathematical skills and techniques and use them in a variety of contexts. All of the units within the course are designed to ensure students understand the need to use appropriate techniques within models of real-world situations, use mathematics as an effective means of communication, and develop skills in problem-solving and organization. Students study Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics. The principal components of Pure Mathematics are: • Algebra and functions • Coordinate geometry • Trigonometry • Calculus • Sequences and series The Applied Mathematics units are Statistics and Mechanics Mathematics. Statistics includes: • Representation and summary of data • Probability • Correlation and regression • Discrete random variables • The Normal distribution Mechanics Mathematics includes: • Kinematics • Newton’s Laws • Vectors • Momentum • Moments