Mathematics is the basis for most science and technology. It is recommended that anyone contemplating such a career should study Mathematics and it is essential for most engineering courses. Its emphasis on logic, analysis and deduction makes for an AS or A level qualification, which is highly respected by universities and prospective employers. Nowadays, universities offer a wide range of degree courses that include Mathematics. More obvious combinations are, for example, Mathematics with Physics, Computer Science or Finance, but Mathematics will also be seen with Philosophy, French, Music and many others. An important aspect of study in the Sixth Form is that students should understand the nature of rigorous argument and proof; they will also be encouraged to see why mathematical methods work. In addition, they will see how various areas of the subject tie together in a way, which is more meaningful than at GCSE level.
It is important that those studying the subject in the Sixth Form should have gained at least a B grade at Mathematics GCSE, and preferably A or A*, and teachers should be asked for advice.
The subject is divided into two main areas of study: Pure and Applied Mathematics. The Pure section develops concepts already met at GCSE, such as graphs, trigonometry, algebra, sequences and vectors, and also introduces new topics such as the fundamentally important calculus, involving differentiation and integration. Four out of the six units at A Level, including two of three at AS Level, will be Pure Mathematics units. There is some degree of choice with Applied units, but 2 units will be offered from Mechanics, Statistics or Decision Maths. Mechanics introduces the idea of modelling real life situations in order to study the motion or equilibrium of bodies. Students are likely to have come across some of the content, such as forces and Newton’s Laws if they have studied Physics at GCSE. Statistics builds upon GCSE data handling and probability, and introduces random variables and bivariate data (correlation and regression). Decision Maths involves the application of algorithms to complex problems.
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| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
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| Address | Southport Road, Ormskirk, L40 9RQ |
Mathematics is the basis for most science and technology. It is recommended that anyone contemplating such a career should study Mathematics and it is essential for most engineering courses. Its emphasis on logic, analysis and deduction makes for an AS or A level qualification, which is highly respected by universities and prospective employers. Nowadays, universities offer a wide range of degree courses that include Mathematics. More obvious combinations are, for example, Mathematics with Physics, Computer Science or Finance, but Mathematics will also be seen with Philosophy, French, Music and many others. An important aspect of study in the Sixth Form is that students should understand the nature of rigorous argument and proof; they will also be encouraged to see why mathematical methods work. In addition, they will see how various areas of the subject tie together in a way, which is more meaningful than at GCSE level.
It is important that those studying the subject in the Sixth Form should have gained at least a B grade at Mathematics GCSE, and preferably A or A*, and teachers should be asked for advice.
The subject is divided into two main areas of study: Pure and Applied Mathematics. The Pure section develops concepts already met at GCSE, such as graphs, trigonometry, algebra, sequences and vectors, and also introduces new topics such as the fundamentally important calculus, involving differentiation and integration. Four out of the six units at A Level, including two of three at AS Level, will be Pure Mathematics units. There is some degree of choice with Applied units, but 2 units will be offered from Mechanics, Statistics or Decision Maths. Mechanics introduces the idea of modelling real life situations in order to study the motion or equilibrium of bodies. Students are likely to have come across some of the content, such as forces and Newton’s Laws if they have studied Physics at GCSE. Statistics builds upon GCSE data handling and probability, and introduces random variables and bivariate data (correlation and regression). Decision Maths involves the application of algorithms to complex problems.