The Mathematics course is split into Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics in the ratio 2:1. Assessment is by three 2 hour exams. Unit 1: Pure Mathematics (33.3% of A Level) The content of this paper will be taught during the Lower Sixth and all the content will be assumed knowledge for Unit 2. This paper builds on the algebra, trigonometry and graphs studied at GCSE whilst also introducing calculus, vectors and series. Unit 2: Pure Mathematics (33.3% of A Level) The content of this paper will be taught during the Upper Sixth. It builds and expands heavily on all of the topics from Unit 1. Topics such as differentiation, integration and trigonometry are covered in much more depth as well as introducing new material on proof and numerical methods. Unit 3: Mechanics and Statistics (33.3% of A Level) The content of this paper will be spread out evenly over the course of the Upper and Lower Sixth. The Statistics element looks at how we handle large amounts of data through sampling, presentation and interpretation as well as a variety of different distributions and hypothesis testing. The Mechanics content focuses on kinematics, Newton’s laws, forces and moments.
Students wishing to take Mathematics must have at least a grade 7 at GCSE, and it should be noted that an exam mark of 60% gains a grade 7 at GCSE but a C at A Level. In preparation for this jump, any student choosing to take A Level Mathematics will be given a bridging pack to complete over the summer before the start of the Lower Sixth, which will focus on the core skills from GCSE that are crucial to make a successful start to the A Level course. A good pass in A Level Mathematics is highly prized by universities and employers, and this is one reason why it is so popular with Lancing College students. It is an ideal complement to the sciences and/or Economics, but is also taken by many students as part of a balanced arts and sciences curriculum.
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| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
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| Boarding Fee | £34,440 - £44,550 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £30,450 |
| Address | Lancing, BN15 0RW |
The Mathematics course is split into Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics in the ratio 2:1. Assessment is by three 2 hour exams. Unit 1: Pure Mathematics (33.3% of A Level) The content of this paper will be taught during the Lower Sixth and all the content will be assumed knowledge for Unit 2. This paper builds on the algebra, trigonometry and graphs studied at GCSE whilst also introducing calculus, vectors and series. Unit 2: Pure Mathematics (33.3% of A Level) The content of this paper will be taught during the Upper Sixth. It builds and expands heavily on all of the topics from Unit 1. Topics such as differentiation, integration and trigonometry are covered in much more depth as well as introducing new material on proof and numerical methods. Unit 3: Mechanics and Statistics (33.3% of A Level) The content of this paper will be spread out evenly over the course of the Upper and Lower Sixth. The Statistics element looks at how we handle large amounts of data through sampling, presentation and interpretation as well as a variety of different distributions and hypothesis testing. The Mechanics content focuses on kinematics, Newton’s laws, forces and moments.
Students wishing to take Mathematics must have at least a grade 7 at GCSE, and it should be noted that an exam mark of 60% gains a grade 7 at GCSE but a C at A Level. In preparation for this jump, any student choosing to take A Level Mathematics will be given a bridging pack to complete over the summer before the start of the Lower Sixth, which will focus on the core skills from GCSE that are crucial to make a successful start to the A Level course. A good pass in A Level Mathematics is highly prized by universities and employers, and this is one reason why it is so popular with Lancing College students. It is an ideal complement to the sciences and/or Economics, but is also taken by many students as part of a balanced arts and sciences curriculum.