The ability to analyse and formulate problems, in precise mathematical form, presented in a variety of contexts and to apply a wide range of problem-solving techniques using notions of algebra, trigonometry, graphs, differential and integral calculus. These techniques are fundamental thinking skills which are transferable to all other subjects and have a wide range of applications in all professions. The A level will comprise two pure maths papers and one applied paper covering both mechanics and statistics. Calculators are allowed to be used on all three papers. In pure maths, you will learn about a wide range of mathematical techniques in algebra, trigonometry and calculus. This will include the analysis of sequences and series, the principles of coordinate geometry and simple numerical methods. A number of particular functions are studied in depth including the trigonometric functions and the exponential and logarithmic functions. In statistics, you will learn about the basic statistical measures of mean, median, variance and standard deviation, the most common statistical distributions, probability and the techniques of hypothesis testing. You will learn how to make informed and valid decisions in a variety of practical situations. Statistics is particularly useful for students of biology, geography, sociology, psychology and economics. Mechanics is the application of pure mathematical techniques to physical situations. It involves the study of forces and moments, motion under gravity and the physical laws governing friction, projectiles and linked systems. The mechanics content of the course is extremely useful for those studying A level physics.