Mathematics
A level
Examination Board: Pearson Edexcel
Specification: 8MA0
Course Leader: Mr B Mills
Contact Email: bmills@tgschool.net
What Will I Study?
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Topic 1 – Proof |
Section A: Statistics |
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Topic 2 – Algebra and functions |
Topic 1 – Statistical sampling |
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Topic 3 – Coordinate geometry in the (x, y) plane |
Topic 2 – Data presentation and interpretation |
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Topic 4 – Sequences and series |
Topic 3 – Probability |
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Topic 5 – Trigonometry |
Topic 4 – Statistical distributions |
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Topic 6 – Exponentials and logarithms |
Topic 5 – Statistical hypothesis testing |
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Topic 7 – Differentiation |
Section B: Mechanics |
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Topic 8 – Integration |
Topic 6 – Quantities and units in mechanics |
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Topic 9 – Numerical methods |
Topic 7 – Kinematics |
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Topic 10 – Vectors |
Topic 8 – Forces and Newton’s laws |
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Topic 9 – Moments |
Entry Requirements
Students require a Grade 7 or above in GCSE Higher Mathematics.
Assessment
Paper 1 – Core Mathematics, 2hrs,
33.3% of qualification
Paper 2 – Core Mathematics, 2hrs,
33.3% of qualification
Paper 3 – Statistics and Mechanics, 2hrs, 33.3% of qualification
Where Next?
Degree courses that benefit from A level Mathematics include Economics, Medicine, Architecture, Engineering, Accountancy, Teaching, Psychology, Physics and IT. Researchers at the London School of Economics have recently found that people who have studied Mathematics can expect to earn up to 11% more than their colleagues.