What will I study?

Students have been following this course from the start of the academic year. During Year 10 students will continue to study topics from these six areas: Number, Algebra, Ratio, Proportion and rates of change, Geometry and Measures, Probability and Statistics. New topics are introduced under these headings such as errors in calculations, further trigonometry, solving quadratic equations, vectors and statistical measures. Other topics are studied to a greater depth than in previous years.

The aims of the Mathematics Department at Star International Mirdif relate to all year groups but are especially relevant to those students in Years 10 and 11 who may be considering taking Mathematics after GCSE:

• To develop an ability to think and reason mathematically.

• To notice and realise the application of Mathematics in the real world.

• To have an understanding of how to use Mathematics up to GCSE level and create a firm foundation for those wishing to study the subject further.

• For students to have a positive attitude to Mathematics and to achieve to the best of their ability, with confidence and enjoyment.

How will I be assessed?

Students will be required to show their application of Mathematics and their choice of skills in a variety of practical and investigational problems within these assessments.

Entry to iGCSE Mathematics is made in one of two overlapping tiers:

• Higher tier: Grades 9 - 4

• Foundation tier: Grades 5 – 1

Students are assessed by two written examinations: Two calculator papers (each worth 50% of total iGCSE). Both papers must be taken during the same assessment series.

Specification

You can look at the specification to understand more about this course.

• Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in Mathematics (Specification A)