Mathematics
Box Hill School - Surrey
01372373382
London Road, Mickleham, Dorking, RH5 6EA
Course summary

Mathematics is one of the most widely studied subjects at A Level and is highly desirable for the study of many university courses and careers. It demonstrates core intelligence, a logical mind and excellent problem-solving skills. Students follow the Edexcel Mathematics A Level course, 9MA0, over 2 years and course components consist of two pure mathematics and one applied component, mechanics and statistics. Core Content: Pure Mathematics Proof, algebra and functions, coordinate geometry in the (x,y) plane, sequences and series, trigonometry, exponentials and logarithms, differentiation, integration, numerical methods and vectors. Applied Mathematics Statistical sampling, data representation and interpretation, probability, statistical distributions, statistical hypotheses testing, quantities and units in mechanics, kinematics, forces and Newton’s laws and moments

Entry requirements

All applicants seeking admission to the Sixth Form for either the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) or A Level (AL) will be expected to obtain the following: a. Minimum of 6 ‘good’ passes (above grade 4) at GCSE which is normally 3 grade 6 and 3 grade 5 or above which should include English and Mathematics. For the IBDP a Science, a Humanity and a Modern Foreign Language is desirable. b. For AL Study, a grade 6 at GCSE (or equivalent) is ideally required to study the same subject, but exceptions can be made. The course is designed for students who enjoyed GCSE mathematics and achieved at least a level 7 (grade A) or equivalent.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 Pure Mathematics 2 hours 331/3% Paper 2 Pure Mathematics 2 hours 331/3% Paper 3 Applied Mathematics 2 hours 331/3%

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthoritySurrey
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
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Boarding Fee £27,735 - £37,437
Sixth Form Fee£22,494
AddressLondon Road, Mickleham, Dorking, RH5 6EA