Further Studies Mathematics (optional 8th subject)

Advanced Programme Mathematics (optional 8th subject)

HOD: Ms Jessica Standish-White

Compulsory: No

Does it count for APS: Depends on the institution and only if the mark achieved is better than one of your electives.

Required for further studying: No, but useful for mathematical fields (e.g., commerce, engineering, IT, etc.)

Useful for: actuarial science, mathematical field, financial and commerce field, etc.

Practical component: No

Special requirements/recommendations: This is an elite option and will only be available to the top maths students.

• A learner must have a Mathematics average above 80% to apply to take FS Maths. Learners with a Mathematics average between 75-79% will be considered, but cannot be guaranteed a place.

• Learners who have performed well in the Maths Olympiad and the Tour de Maths may also be invited to take FS Maths.

• Spaces are limited and the list of learners invited to participate will be finalised by the HOD.

• At Jeppe, FS Maths results are excluded from top 10 and academic colours calculations. Your average and promotion will not be affected by FS Maths.

More details:

At Jeppe we offer Further Studies Mathematics as an 8th subject. We have offered Further Studies Mathematics since 2011. This subject assists learners who are planning to study financial accounting, engineering, medicine and other similar subjects.

Further Studies Mathematics is managed by the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) and the results obtained by learners who take the subject are reported separately from the NSC. These results will count towards a learner's overall number of distinctions.