Level: 3

The AS course can be used in two ways:

As a final qualification, allowing students to broaden their studies and to defer decisions about specialising,

or

As the first half of an A2 qualification.

Content:

Core Mathematics:

Solving algebraic equations, drawing graphs, trigonometry, coordinate geometry, differentiation, integration, sequences, vectors, exponentials and logarithms.

Decision Mathematics:

Problem solving, linear programming, algorithms, graphs and networks.

Statistics:

Processing data, statistical measures and probability.

Assessment:

AS level Mathematics consists of three modules: Core 1, Core 2, and Statistics 1.

Examinations are in January and June of Year 12.

A2 level Mathematics consists of a further three modules: Core 3, Core 4 and Decision 1.

Examinations are in January and June of Year 13.

There is no coursework in this subject at AS or A2.

This course is for you if :

• You are interested in the challenge of Mathematics;
• You enjoy problem solving;
• You like working with numbers.

• What could you do after studying this subject?

  Examples of possible careers for mathematicians:

  Engineering, Sciences, Accountancy , Financial service, the Actuarial profession, ICT sector, Teaching, etc.

   

  A qualification in Mathematics can set you up for life!