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Maths - KS5 (1 year courses)
AS Maths
Why study AS Maths?
Studying AS Maths is a strategic choice for students looking to build a strong foundation in mathematics. It provides a comprehensive understanding of core mathematical concepts and prepares students for further studies or technical careers. The course also enhances problem-solving, analytical, and logical thinking skills, which are highly valued by employers. Additionally, completing AS Maths in one year allows students to gain UCAS points and contribute to their university applications, offering a pathway to higher education.
Assessment
Exam Board - Edexcel
| Paper | minutes | % of the course | Topics |
| One | 120 | 66.7% | Pure Maths: algebra, geometry, sequences, logarithms |
| Two | 60 | 33.3% | Mechanics and Statistics: acceleration, forces, distributions, probability & logic |
Core Maths
Why study Core Maths?
Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) is a qualification designed for students who have achieved a grade 4 or above at GCSE but who have not chosen to study AS or A level Mathematics. It is available as an AS only and is studied in one year.
Studying Core Maths helps students develop their quantitative and problem-solving skills. It supports courses such as A-level Psychology, Sciences and Geography as well as technical and vocational qualifications.
The course is relevant to real life, modern, accessible to students and applies to all careers.
Assessment
Exam Board - AQA
| Paper | minutes | % of the course | Topics |
| One | 90 | 50% |
This is the compulsory part of the course. Analysis of data, Maths for personal finance, estimation, analysis of data including spreadsheets and tabular data |
| Two (2a) | 90 | 50% | Statistical techniques, The normal distribution, probabilities, correlation |
Curriculum Overviews
- Whole School Curriculum
- Faculties and Subject Curriculum
- Art & Design faculty
- Business, Economics and Psychology faculty
- Careers and Personal Development faculty
- Personal Development – The Big Picture
- Skills Builder
- Careers Education and Guidance
- Quality in Careers Standard Award
- Careers Advice
- Careers Fair
- Information for Parents and Carers
- Careers Websites and Further Information for students
- HGS and the Careers & Enterprise Co.
- Work Experience
- Careers Education Provider Access Policy (Baker clause)
- National Careers Week
- Careers in Focus
- English faculty
- EPQ
- Humanities faculty
- Languages faculty
- Learning Support faculty
- Mathematics & Computing faculty
- PE and Sport faculty
- Performing Arts faculty
- Science faculty
- The 7 Principles of Teaching and Learning
- Assessment
- Extra curricular
- Remote learning
- Year 9 options
