Mathematics
Mathematics – Course code 9709
The course aims to develop a deeper understanding of mathematical principles in pupils; the further development of mathematical skills including the use of applications of mathematics in the context of everyday situations and in other subjects that they may be studying; the ability to analyze problems logically, recognizing when and how a situation may be represented mathematically; the use of mathematics as a means of communication; a solid foundation for further study.
AS Level candidates take
| Paper 1: Pure Mathematics 1 (P1) |
| 1¾ hours About 10 shorter and longer questions 75 marks weighted at 60% of total |
And any ONE of the following
| Paper 2: Pure Mathematics 2 (P2) | Paper 4: Mechanics 1 (M1) | Paper 6: Probability and Statistics 1 (S1) |
| 1¼ hours About 7 shorter and longer questions 50 marks weighted at 40% of total |
1¼ hours About 7 shorter and longer questions 50 marks weighted at 40% of total |
1¼ hours About 7 shorter and longer questions 50 marks weighted at 40% of total |
A Level candidates take
| Paper 1: Pure Mathematics 1 (P1) | Paper 3 Pure Mathematics 3 (P3) |
| 1¾ hours About 10 shorter and longer questions 75 marks weighted at 30% of total |
1¾ hours About 10 shorter and longer questions 75 marks weighted at 30% of total |
And any ONE of the following combinations
| Paper 4: Mechanics 1 (M1) Paper 6: | Probability and Statistics 1 (S1) |
| 1¼ hours About 7 shorter and longer questions 50 marks weighted at 20% of total |
1¼ hours About 7 shorter and longer questions 50 marks weighted at 20% of total |
