Mathematics: applications and interpretation

This course recognises the increasing role that mathematics and technology play in a diverse range of fields in a data-rich world. As such, it emphasises the meaning of mathematics in context by focusing on topics that are often used as applications or in mathematical modelling. To give this understanding a firm base, this course also includes topics that are traditionally part of a pre-university mathematics course such as calculus and statistics. The course makes extensive use of technology to allow students to explore and construct mathematical models. Mathematics: applications and interpretation will develop mathematical thinking, often in the context of a practical problem and using technology to justify conjectures.

Assessment Component:

The IB maths standard level has two external examinations and one internally assessed coursework piece, which is then externally moderated. Each of the external examinations are worth 40% and the course work is worth 20% of the overall grade.