Mathematics A Level
Harvey Grammar School
Cheriton Road, FOLKESTONE, Kent, CT19 5JY
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Entry Requirements: - GCSE grade 5 in English (Language or Literature) and GCSE grade 5 in Mathematics
Entry criteria for individual subjects must be met in order to access those courses.
How to Apply:
External Applicants - please apply via KentChoices
Internal Applicants - there is no need to apply via KentChoices, please visit Talisman for further information
Course Summary
MATHEMATICS
Examining Board: AQA, Head of Department: Mr Hollier
This course aims to develop your understanding of mathematical reasoning and the application of mathematics to other subject areas. It builds on the foundation provided by GCSE to introduce more abstract and theoretical concepts, involving a wider range of techniques, and places an emphasis on solving problems that may involve different areas of the subject. Potential students of Mathematics at A Level should ideally enjoy working at the subject and be competent in the Algebraic methods studied as part of the GCSE course. Mathematics is generally considered to be one of the most challenging choices, and without a full commitment, it is all too easy to fall below the necessary level of achievement.
The traditional combination of Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry forms a good, coherent set of subjects which involves similar skills and abilities and which leaves many options open in the Sciences or Engineering. Also, taking Mathematics and certain Humanities courses such as Economics, Business Studies or Geography can be a strong basis for a wide range of non-scientific HE courses.
Course Details
The A level includes the following Core elements:
Proof
Algebra and Functions
Co-ordinate Geometry
Sequences and Series
Trigonometry
Exponentials and logarithms
Differentiation
Integration
Numerical Methods
The following applied elements are also included:
Vectors
Quantities and Units in Mechanics
Kinematics
Forces and Newton’s Laws
Moments
Statistical sampling
Data presentation and Interpretation
Probability
Statistical distributions
Statistical hypothesis testing
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Entry requirements
Mathematics
Entry Criteria: GCSE grade 7 in Mathematics
plus: GCSE grade 5 in English (Language or Literature)
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