Mathematical Studies

Entry Requirements

You should be predicted and expect to achieve at least a grade 7 at GCSE in any subjects you intend to study at IB Higher Level. That raises to an 8 for the three traditional sciences and a 9 is required for Higher Level Maths. If you are concerned that you may not be able to achieve the required grade, you should consult with the relevant Head of Department as to your acceptance on to a Sixth Form course. Under such circumstances the Head of Department will reflect upon prior attitude to learning and contribution to a positive classroom environment. In the case of “new” subjects in the Sixth Form, we ask for at least a 7 in a related GCSE subject. For Theatre and Art History, this is English. For Philosophy and Global Politics this is English or History and for Economics, pupils require a grade 7 at GCSE in Maths and English. Because it is such an algebraically demanding course we require a GCSE result of at least grade 8 in order to study Standard Level AA. This means that the default position for most pupils should be the Standard Level Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation course. Please talk to the Head of Mathematics and the IB Co-ordinator who will be happy to help guide you if you are uncertain about which one to choose.