GCSE MATHEMATICS
Maths is for everyone. It is diverse, engaging and essential in equipping students with the right skills to reach their future destination, whatever that may be. This subject has been designed to enable students to engage with, explore, enjoy and succeed in maths. Furthermore, it encompasses a range of mathematical skills, including problem-solving, reasoning, and the application of mathematical techniques.
Students can choose to do a GCSE in Mathematics, which covers the following topics:
Y10 Mathematics
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Y11 Mathematics
- Equations and inequalities
- Sequences
- Ratio, Proportion and rates of change
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Other functions
- Probability
+ Practice papers, structured revision, exams
Content from any part of the specification may be assessed in each of the three papers. The official GCSE assessment includes:
Papers
Paper 1 (1h 30 min)
non-calculator
Paper 2 (1h 30 min)
calculator
Paper 3 (1h 30 min)
calculator
NEA*
No.
*NEA stands for ‘Non-Examination Assessment’ and corresponds with a piece of coursework that is necessary to complete before the official exam takes place every year, and carries a percentage of the GCSE final mark
Choosing Mathematics, as this a versatile subject, will help students to develop analytical and problem-solving skills. The contents will prepare the way for our students’ success in adult life as well as preparing the students for their GCSEs. Students with a solid foundation in GCSE Mathematics can choose a path that aligns with their interests and aspirations. Furthermore, students will complete this course equipped with the skills necessary to succeed at A-level, the workplace or beyond. Possible career options with Mathematics:
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A-LEVEL MATHEMATICS
Mathematics is diverse, engaging and essential in equipping students with the right skills to reach their future destination, whatever that may be. This subject has been designed to enable students to engage with, explore, enjoy and succeed in maths. Furthermore, it encompasses a range of mathematical skills, including problem-solving, reasoning, and the application of mathematical techniques.
Students can choose to do a A-Level in Mathematics, which covers the following topics:
Y12 Mathematics
- Algebra and Polynomial Function
- Trigonometry
- Exponential and logarithms
- Differentiation
- Integration
- Vectors
- Probability and Statistics I
- Mechanics I Kinematics
Y13 Mathematics
- Mechanics II Dynamics
- Sequences and series
- Functions and coordinate geometry in the plane
- Trigonometry
- Differentiation
- Integration
- Probability and statistics II
- Proof
- Numerical methods
+ Practice papers, structured revision, exams
Content from any part of the specification may be assessed in each of the three papers. The official GCSE assessment includes:
Papers
Paper 1 (2h)
Pure Mathematics
Paper 2 (2h)
Pure Mathematics + Mechanics
Paper 3 (2h)
Pure Mathematics + Probability and Statistics
NEA*
NO
*NEA stands for ‘Non-Examination Assessment’ and corresponds with a piece of coursework that is necessary to complete before the official exam takes place every year, and carries a percentage of the GCSE final mark
Choosing Mathematics, as this a versatile subject, will help students to develop analytical and problem-solving skills. The contents will prepare the way for our students’ success in adult life as well as preparing the students for their GCSEs. Students with a solid foundation in GCSE Mathematics can choose a path that aligns with their interests and aspirations. Furthermore, students will complete this course equipped with the skills necessary to succeed at A-level, the workplace or beyond. Possible career options with Mathematics:
- Actuary
- Statistician
- Mathematics Teacher
- Data Analyst
- Economist
- Financial Analyst
- Software Developer
- Operations Research Analyst
- Engineer
- Cryptographer
- Market Research Analyst
- Meteorologist
- Urban Planner
- Accountant
- Logistician
- Biostatistician
- Investment Analyst
- Mathematics Researcher
