Fulston Manor Sixth Form A Level Brochure

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Core Mathematics

Exam Board: Edexcel (code 7MC0)

Qualification: Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics (worth up to 20 UCAS points). This qualification can only be taken in addition to three full Level 3 qualifications

Why take this course? The skills developed through the study of maths are in high demand from employers and universities. In addition to developing the ability to solve problems and think logically, the study of maths provides opportunities to develop team working skills, resilience, effective communication of complex ideas and the ability to use your own initiative. Core Maths is a level 3 qualification, equivalent in size to an AS Level qualification. It is designed for students who have passed GCSE Maths at grade 5 and above and who want to keep their valuable maths skills up to date in preparation for employment or university, but who are not planning on studying AS/A Level Mathematics. Core Maths attracts up to 20 UCAS points, which can help to achieve the entry requirements for entry to an undergraduate degree course. Aims of this course: To enable a student to acquire further mathematical knowledge essential to Higher Education. To develop the understanding of mathematics and mathematical processes in a way that promotes confidenceand fosters enjoyment. To recognise how a situation may be represented mathematically and understand the relationship between “real-world problems” and other mathematical models. To develop an awareness of the relevance of mathematics to other fields of study such as biology, geography,psychology and business.

Course structure and content: Mathematical context includes: Applications of Statistics Probability Linear Programming Sequences and Growth

Assessment:

Assessment is by externally assessed examination. There is no coursework content for this qualification. Paper 1: Comprehension Paper 2: Applications

Entry Requirements:

To be accepted on these courses a student should have at least 5 GCSEs at grades 9 - 5 (or equivalent). Due to the mathematical content of the course, we recommend having gained a grade 5 In GCSE Mathematics or above.