Mathematical Studies

Course summary

It helps develop pupils’ mathematical skills and thinking and supports courses such as A Level Psychology, Sciences, Business and Geography as well as technical and vocational qualifications. The main focus of the course is to show how Mathematics is relevant in the real world. Compulsory content covers personal finance, analysis of data, estimation and critical analysis of data and models. Sherborne Girls also offers the optional Statistical Techniques section as it ties in with the other A Levels offered at School. This covers topics such as Normal Distribution and Correlation and Regression. This course helps pupils realise how Mathematics can be useful in everyday life. It provides them with tools to make informed decisions in a wide variety of situations. It is especially popular among pupils with an interest in the way the world works, wondering how to interpret the incredible amount of information and data that is at our fingertips.