Mathematics

Course summary

Papers 1 and 2: 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. Paper 3: Statistics: Sampling, Data presentation and interpretation, Probability, Statistical distributions, Statistical hypothesis testing. Mechanics: Quantities and units in mechanics, Kinematics, Forces and Newton’s laws, Moments. You will also learn how to apply mathematics in other fields of study and become aware of the relevance of mathematics to the world of work and to situations in society in general. Success in the subject depends upon the ability to understand concepts, solve problems independently and to use the language and notation of the subject correctly. Mathematics has wide applications in industry, business, finance, science, technology and many other subjects and mathematics qualifications can help you towards a career in these areas. Mathematics A Level is seen as a good preparation for almost any course in Higher Education and it will keep open a range of career options, including the Civil Service, Administration, Engineering, Accountancy, Banking, Computing, Medicine, Industrial Research and Business Management.