Maths

Course Outline:

This course will build on the content, knowledge and skills developed in Mathematics during Key Stage 3. Students will develop confidence and familiarity with the use of a range of skills in Number, Algebra, Geometry & Measures, Statistics & Probability and Ratio, Proportion and Rates of Change, all of which they will study in Year 10 and 11. The GCSE curriculum will also emphasise the need to develop several skills including: application, reasoning, fluency in Mathematics and being able to solve problems efficiently. Furthermore, the subject knowledge and evolution of skills are all underpinned by Mathematics being utilised in real life contexts that educate students in financial literacy, patterns in data, hence enriching their transferable skills.

Key attributes required to enjoy and/or succeed on this course:

Students need to develop key Mathematical skills, for example, calculating percentages, solving equations, drawing graphs, accurate drawing and analysing data. Then they need a good imagination and reasoning to apply these skills to problem solving. Finally they need good communication skills to explain and reflect upon their solutions.

Mathematics is the language of science and technology. It disciplines the mind, develops logical and critical reasoning and it develops analytical and problem-solving skills. People with Mathematical skills are highly sought after.

Qualification Gained: GCSE