Francis Holland School Mathematics AS (Edexcel 8371) for lower sixth and Mathematics A2 (A-Level) Edexcel 9371 for upper sixth | Index | About | Calendar | Links | Sixth Form | Sixth Form Subjects Art Biology Chemistry Classics Latin Classical Civilisation Economics English Geography History History of Art Mathematics Modern Foreign Languages French, German & Spanish Music Physics Psychology Religious Studies Theatre Studies Sixth Form Introduction Mathematics Mathematics A level is highly regarded both by universities and employers. Starting from September 2004, the applied content of the A Level Mathematics syllabus has been reduced to make the A Level more accessible. In the Lower Sixth, students now take two Pure Mathematics Modules C1 and C2, and a Statistics Module S1. In the Upper Sixth they study a further two Pure Modules C3 and C4, and a further applied module. This could either be the Statistics Module S2 or the Mechanics Module M1 according to the interests of the group. Either of these combinations complements a wide range of other subjects. Pure Mathematics is very much the theoretical part of the course and is the foundation for all other branches of the subject. It is essential that a pupil really enjoys the challenge of mathematical reasoning and gains satisfaction from producing correct proofs and solutions. The work covers a wide variety of topics; some familiar from GCSE (algebra, trigonometry and graphical work) and new ones such as calculus. Some knowledge of Statistics is particularly useful in other disciplines such as Biology, Geography and subsequently in degree courses such as Medicine and Psychology. The emphasis of the S1 course is on representation and summary of data, probability and probability distributions and correlation and regression. Mechanics links well with Physics and the M1 course includes vector work, moments, and the kinematics, dynamics and statics of particles. This subject is not therefore just for specialist mathematicians and scientists but is one which combines well with most other subjects. We are also able to offer Further Mathematics to those who have demonstrated exceptional ability in the subject. We do recommend that students should be expecting at least an A grade at GCSE, if they are thinking of taking up the challenge of either the A Level or the AS Level Mathematics course. | Index | About | Calendar | Links | Sixth Form |