Mathematics

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Written Examination - 100%

Aims of course:

To develop:

a positive attitude to Mathematics
an ability to think mathematically
a firm foundation for further study
skills to investigate mathematical ideas

Course Structure and Content:

The structure of this course is consistent with the requirements of the National Curriculum and contains the following:

Using and applying mathematics – use and apply mathematics in practical tasks, in real life problems and within mathematics itself
Number- use calculators or basic number skills to solve questions or problems
Algebra – an ability to manipulate algebraic expressions as well as solve abstract problems
Shape, Space and Measure – an ability to solve problems involving shape, space and measure
Handling Data – an ability to collect, manipulate, represent and interpret statistical data

Assessment:

There are two tiers of examination:

	Exam	Exam
Weighting	50%	50%
Foundation tier (G to C)	Paper 1 Non-calculator 1hr 30 min	Paper 2 With calculator 1hr 30 min
Higher tier *(D to A)**	Paper 3 Non-calculator 1hr 45 min	Paper 4 With calculator 1hr 45 min

You will be entered for the GCSE at the right time to maximise your chances of attaining the highest grade possible and at a tier to enable you to do so.

Home learning in Maths is set at least once a week

Maths at Grade C or above is required for numerous careers including the police force, armed forces, nursing, office work and engineering apprenticeships. Those students considering further study in Mathematics at either AS or A2 level, need to achieve the highest grades on the Higher tier papers.