Aims of the Course

IGCSE Additional Mathematics supports learners in building competency, confidence and fluency in their techniques and mathematical understanding. This course helps learners to develop a feel for quantity, patterns and relationships. Learners will develop their reasoning, problem-solving and analytical skills in a variety of contexts.

The course aims to:

Consolidate and extend their mathematical skills.
Further develop their knowledge of mathematical concepts and principles.
Appreciate the interconnectedness of mathematical knowledge.
Devise mathematical arguments.
Develop the confidence to apply their mathematical skills and knowledge in appropriate situations.
Develop creativity and perseverance in their approach to problem-solving.

Details of the course

The broad areas of study are:

Functions
Quadratic functions
Equations, inequalities, and graphs
Coordinate geometry of the circle
Factors of polynomials
Simultaneous equations
Logarithmic and exponential functions
Straight line graphs
Circular measure
Trigonometry
Permutations and combinations
Series
Vectors
Differentiation and integration

How is the course examined?

There are two components for the examination.

Additional maths video:

Copy of Copy of Additional Maths 0606 JDO.mp4

Career Pathways

Cambridge International IGCSE Additional Mathematics provides a foundation for the study of:

Entry requirements

Students must be performing at a minimum of grade A in their year 9 Maths assessments in order to be successful on this course. Students will be required to sit an entry test to show they have the required Algebra skills for Additional Mathematics including:

Pythagoras' Theorem and Trigonometry
Simultaneous Equations
Solving Equations
Rearranging formulae
Algebraic Fractions

cambridge documents

Add Maths Syllabus.pdf