A LEVEL MATHEMATICS

Mathematics develops your skills of logic. It is highly sought after by employers and useful for students taking Geography, Science or Social Science at A Level. We study how to construct and present mathematical arguments through use of logical deduction and precise statements involving the correct use of mathematical symbols and language.

Year One AS

Unit 1: We approach basic problems and solutions through the use of quadratic functions, coordinate geometry, differentiation and integration - 1 ½ hr exam.

Unit 2: We extend the range of problems to include trigonometry, logarithms, sequences, series and further calculus - 1 ½ hr exam.

Unit 3: We explore the application of algorithms to modelling real situations, planning and predicting outcomes, and the use of linear programming - 1 ½ hr exam.

Year Two A2

Unit 4: We take the topics studied in Year 1 to a higher level with more complex use of trigonometry, exponential functions and associated logarithms, together with the necessary extensions of calculus required
1 ½ hr exam.

Unit 5: We build upon and advance previous work with rational functions, the Bionomial Theorem and vectors 1 ½ hr exam

Unit 6: We utilise the techniques we have learnt to investigate real problems of kinematics, forces on static systems, momentum, Newton's Laws, connected particles and motion under gravity
1 ½ hr exam

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