Senior Phase

The National 4 Applications of Maths course focuses on applying mathematical concepts and skills to real-world situations, like managing finances and understanding measurement. It aims to develop learners' confidence in handling mathematical processes and making informed decisions based on data.

National 4 Applications of Maths is made up of 4 units:

·         Numeracy

·         Geometry and measure

·         Managing finance and statistics

·         The added value unit

Pupils are assessed internally on an ongoing basis through the course and must pass all the units to gain the qualification.

Pupils who have achieved National 4 Applications of Maths can progress onto National 5 Applications of Maths.

National 5 Applications of Maths is a highly respected qualification which will open up many careers opportunities for you. The course explores the applications of mathematics in real-life situation including finance, statistics and measurement.
It is designed for pupils who want to focus on problem-solving, data analysis and decision making, rather than abstract mathematical theory. The course aims to make maths accessible and relevant to everyday life.
The course is accepted by a number of universities and apprenticeships.

National 5 Applications of Maths is made up of 3 units:

·         Numeracy

·         Geometry and measure

·         Managing finance and statistics

Pupils are assessed internally twice throughout the year, usually in October/November and January. These assessments are used to check understanding and progress, and to help ensure pupils are on track to achieve their target grades.

The final exam is made up of two assessments papers:

·         Paper 1 is a non-calculator paper made up of 35 marks. Pupils have 50 minutes to complete this paper.

·         Paper 2 is a calculator paper made up of 55 marks. Pupils have 1 hour 40 minutes to complete this paper.

The course is graded from A-D based on the total marks achieved in the May exam. 

Pupils who achieve National 5 Applications of Maths can progress onto the Higher Applications of Maths course or take a side step to National 5 Maths.
Those students wishing to pursue Higher Applications of Maths will require an A or a B at National 5 Applications of Maths.

Useful links:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/zb27hyc

https://achieve.hashtag-learning.co.uk/user-start/?next=/

https://www.national5maths.co.uk/n5-lifeskills-maths/

National 5 Maths is a highly respected qualification which will open up numerous career opportunities for you.
This course is a more traditional and established course, focussing on more abstract concepts.
It is designed for pupils wishing to study maths at a more advanced level and is compulsory for some university courses e.g. STEM subjects and medicine.
National 5 Maths is made up of 3 units:

·         Expressions and formulae

·         Relationships

·         Applications

Pupils are assessed internally twice throughout the year, usually in October/November and January. These assessments are used to check understanding and progress, and to help ensure pupils are on track to achieve their target grades.

The final exam is made up of two assessments papers:

·         Paper 1 is a non-calculator paper made up of 40 marks. Pupils have 1 hour to complete this paper.

·         Paper 2 is a calculator paper made up of 50 marks. Pupils have 1 hour 30 minutes to complete this paper.

The course is graded from A-D based on the total marks achieved in the May exam.  

Pupils who achieve National 5 Maths can progress onto either the Higher Maths course or the Higher Applications of Maths course.
Those students wishing to pursue Higher Maths will require an A or a B at National 5 Maths.

Useful websites:

https://www.rigourmaths.com/the-senior-phase/national-5-mathematics/

https://www.national5maths.co.uk/free-national-5-maths-2/

https://achieve.hashtag-learning.co.uk/user-start/?next=/

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/ztrjmp3

https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/files_ccc/n5-course-spec-mathematics.pdf

Higher Maths is a great course that enhances pupils’ understanding of complex mathematical concepts and problem-solving skills. A strong pass at Higher Maths can open doors to university courses, apprenticeships and job prospects.

The Higher Maths course builds on the following skills:

·         Algebraic and trigonometric skills

·         Geometric skills

·         Calculus skills

·         Algebraic and geometric skills

Pupils are assessed internally twice throughout the year, usually in October/November and January. These assessments are used to check understanding and progress, and to help ensure pupils are on track to achieve their target grades.

 The final exam is made up of two assessments papers:

·         Paper 1 is a non-calculator paper made up of 55 marks. Pupils have 1 hour 15 minutes to complete this paper.

·         Paper 2 is a calculator paper made up of 65 marks. Pupils have 1 hour 30 minutes to complete this paper.

The course is graded from A-D based on the total marks achieved in the May exam. 

Pupils who achieve Higher Maths can progress onto the Advanced Higher Maths course or take a side step to Higher Applications of Maths.
Those students wishing to pursue Advanced Higher Maths will require an A or a B at Higher Maths.

Useful websites:

https://www.rigourmaths.com/the-senior-phase/cfe-higher/

https://www.highermathematics.co.uk/higher-maths-whole-course/

https://achieve.hashtag-learning.co.uk/user-start/?next=/

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/z6nygk7

https://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/files_ccc/h-course-spec-mathematics.pdf

Higher Applications of Maths is a relatively new course, aiming to equip students with practical mathematical skills that are directly applicable to real-world situations. Unlike theoretical courses, it emphasizes skills applicable to higher education and careers. Pupils work on tasks such as data analysis, budget management, and complex problem-solving, preparing them for various career paths or further study.

Higher Applications of Maths is made up of 4 units:

·         Statistics and probability

·         Mathematical modelling

·         Finance

·         Planning and decision making

Pupils are assessed internally twice throughout the year, usually in October/November and January. These assessments are used to check understanding and progress, and to help ensure pupils are on track to achieve their target grades.

This award is made up of two components:

·         A final exam made up of 65 marks. Pupils have 2 hours and 5 minutes to complete this paper.

·         A project made up of 30 marks. Pupils have 8 hours to complete their project.

The course is graded on the total mark for both components from A - D. 

Useful websites:

https://achieve.hashtag-learning.co.uk/user-start/?next=/

https://www.maths.scot/higher-apps

Advanced Higher Maths is for students who want to deepen their knowledge and improve problem-solving skills. It prepares students for university studies in mathematics, engineering, and related fields, focusing on analytical thinking and complex problem-solving.

Advanced Higher Maths covers 3 key areas:

·         Calculus

·         Algebra, proof and number theory

·         Matrices, vectors and complex numbers

Pupils are assessed internally twice throughout the year, usually in October/November and January. These assessments are used to check understanding and progress, and to help ensure pupils are on track to achieve their target grades.

The final exam is made up of two assessments papers:

·         Paper 1 is a non-calculator paper made up of 35 marks. Pupils have 1 hour to complete this paper.

·         Paper 2 is a calculator paper made up of 80 marks. Pupils have 2 hours 30 minutes to complete this paper.

The course is graded from A-D based on the total marks achieved in the May exam. 

https://www.rigourmaths.com/the-senior-phase/cfe-advanced-higher/

https://achieve.hashtag-learning.co.uk/user-start/?next=/

https://www.advancedhighermaths.co.uk/free-ah-maths/

https://www.sqa.org.uk/files_ccc/AHCourseSpecMathematics.pdf