Advanced Higher

About the course

The Advanced Higher Course extends learners’ mathematical knowledge in algebra, geometry and calculus. It includes matrix algebra, complex numbers and vectors and formalises the concept of mathematical proof.

Advanced Higher Mathematics emphasises the need for candidates to undertake extended thinking and decision making, to solve problems and integrate mathematical knowledge. The course offers candidates, in an interesting and enjoyable manner, an enhanced awareness of the range and power of mathematics.

Entry to the course

This is at the discretion of the school, but you would normally be expected to have attained an A or B pass at Higher Mathematics.

Homework

Homework is an essential part of the course. Homework will often take the form of completion of exercises started in class. Pupils will also be issued with regular homework exercises, these exercises will be marked by the class teacher.

Assessment

In 2019, to gain the overall award students must pass an assessment at the end of each unit as well as an external assessment. Note: From 2020 the unit assessments will no longer be part of the course.

The SQA external exam is a 3 hour paper, a calculator may be used in the exam.

In January, pupils will sit a prelim exam that covers units 1 & 2.