Mathematics

Course summary

This is a linear course which consists of the study of Pure Mathematics together with an Application. The Application is split exactly in half between Mechanics and Statistics. Pure Mathematics extends knowledge and skills from GCSE and also covers calculus, exponential functions and trigonometry. Mechanics is essentially about motion and the causes of motion. Newton’s three famous laws are encountered as we apply mathematics to both static and dynamic situations, including tiles falling off roofs, collisions, towing caravans and see-saws. In Statistics 1, we consider ways in which mathematics deals with uncertainty. It covers probability ideas and the normal probability model for data, which is applied to a variety of ‘real world’ situations. We see mathematical ideas applied to topics such as opinion polling and quality control.