Mathematics Standard
Course Description:
• The Mathematics Standard Year 11 course is a common course for all students studying the Mathematics Standard syllabus. In Year 12 students can elect to study either the Mathematics Standard 1 Year 12 course (Category B) or the Mathematics Standard 2 Year 12 course (Category A).
• Students studying the Mathematics Standard 1 course may elect to undertake an optional HSC examination. To be eligible for an ATAR, students studying the Mathematics Standard 1 course must undertake a pattern of study to satisfy the ATAR requirements and complete the optional HSC examination. For the purposes of calculating the ATAR, no more than 2 units from Category B courses can be included.
• All students studying the Mathematics Standard course in Stage 6 will have the opportunity to enhance their numeracy skills and capabilities. The content of the course aligns with Level 3 of the Australian Core Skills Framework.
The study of Mathematics Standard in Stage 6:
• enables students to develop their knowledge, understanding and skills in working mathematically and in communicating concisely and precisely
• provides opportunities for students to consider various applications of mathematics in a broad range of contemporary contexts through the use of mathematical modelling and use these models to solve problems related to their present and future needs
• provides an appropriate mathematical background for students entering the workforce and/or undertaking further community and workplace training.
Contact: Curtis.Miles1@det.nsw.edu.au
Careers associated with Mathematics Standard:
TAFE, trade and training courses; foundations for the study of business, humanities, nursing and other health sciences; appropriate rigour for students who do not need mathematics for engineering, science and mathematics university level courses.