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Mathematics
Board: Edexcel
Specification: AS 8371 and A2 9371
Introduction
Mathematics has always been a popular choice at Bales College: roughly a third of all A Level students took it last year. AS and A Level Mathematics builds on the foundations laid at GCSE. The course also develops rigorous and logical thought process and provides students with an opportunity to develop problem-solving skills.
The course structure
Modules are assessed through written examinations, all lasting one and half hours, with an equal weighting of modules. There is no coursework component.
You will be taught by 2 teachers over the course - one for pure maths and one for applied.
AS
|
Unit (code) |
Method |
Time |
Contribution |
|
|
AS |
Advanced |
|||
|
C1 (6663) |
Written exam |
1˝ hours |
33% |
16.67% |
|
C2 (6664) |
Written exam |
1˝ hours |
33% |
16.67% |
|
S1 (6683) |
Written exam |
1˝ hours |
33% |
16.67% |
Main topics
Pure Maths: algebra; exponentials and algorithms; trigonometry; coordinate geometry; sequences and series and; calculus.
Statistics: representation of data; probability, correlation and regression; random variables (including the normal distribution)
A2
|
Unit (code) |
Method |
Time |
Contribution |
|
|
AS |
Advanced |
|||
|
C3 (6663) |
Written exam |
1˝ hours |
33% |
16.67% |
|
C4 (6664) |
Written exam |
1˝ hours |
33% |
16.67% |
|
M1 (2514) |
Written exam |
1˝ hours |
33% |
16.67% |
Main topics
Pure Maths: algebra; series; further differentiation and integration; coordinate geometry; vectors.
Mechanics: vectors; kinematics; dynamics; statics and moments; Newton's laws of motion; projectiles; work, energy, momentum.
Am I suited?
Mathematics will suit students who have a logical mind and can apply their knowledge to solving problems, often in an abstract way. Mathematics requires application of knowledge and skills to solving problems. Those with an inquisitive mind and an interest in solving puzzles and problems are thus well suited to this course.
Subject complements
The pure elements of the course most obviously combine well with Physics and Chemistry. Mechanics at A2 overlaps with Physics. The statistics element links with a wider range of subjects including Biology, Geography, Psychology and Sociology.
Where does it lead?
The skills developed through A Level Mathematics are valuable skills in many walks of life, and it is for these reasons that the subject is so highly regarded by all employers. Some employers, for example in financial services, stipulate A Level mathematics as a requirement for certain jobs.
In terms of further education, pupils can progress to study subjects at university from a very broad base. Naturally those going on to read Mathematics, Engineering or Physics should study Mathematics at A Level. It also provides a real benefit in other degrees including Medicine, Pharmacology, Biosciences, Finance, Economics, Computing, ICT, Psychology and Accounting.
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