Mathematics

Course summary

Pupils will study Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics papers. Pure: Algebra and functions; coordinate geometry in the (x, y) plane; sequences and series: differentiation; integration; trigonometry; exponentials and logarithms; numerical methods; vectors; proof Application: Statistics - Statistical sampling; Data presentation and interpretation; Probability; Statistical distributions; Statistical hypothesis testing Mechanics - Quantities and units in mechanics; Kinematics; Forces and Newton’s Laws; Moments This subject aims to enable candidates to: • develop their understanding of Mathematics and mathematical processes in a way that promotes confidence and fosters enjoyment; • develop abilities to reason logically and recognise incorrect reasoning, to generalise and to construct mathematical proofs; • develop an understanding of progression and cohesion in Mathematics and how different areas of Mathematics can be connected; • recognise how a situation may be represented mathematically and understand the relationship between ‘real world’ problems and standard and other mathematical models; • read and comprehend mathematical arguments concerning applications of Mathematics; • acquire the skills needed to use technology such as calculators and computers effectively; • develop an awareness of the relevance of Mathematics to other fields of study, to the world of work and to society in general; • take increasing responsibility for their learning and the evaluation of their mathematical development.