Use of Maths AS/A2 (Level 3)

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Use of Maths AS/A2 (Level 3)

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Students intending to follow a degree path in Computing, Engineering or Physics will probably find that the traditional AS and A Level GCSE Mathematics a condition of entry to university courses.

Other courses welcome AS/A2 Use of Maths and students intending to follow a path in Finance, Business, the Sciences or Social Sciences will find this qualification of benefit on their university course.

Mathematical skills are highly prized and an AS or A Level qualification in some form of mathematics will be valuable when applying for university entry and will give you a very significant advantage in the job market.

Please note, the availability of the A2 level programme depends on the numbers…

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Students intending to follow a degree path in Computing, Engineering or Physics will probably find that the traditional AS and A Level GCSE Mathematics a condition of entry to university courses.

Other courses welcome AS/A2 Use of Maths and students intending to follow a path in Finance, Business, the Sciences or Social Sciences will find this qualification of benefit on their university course.

Mathematical skills are highly prized and an AS or A Level qualification in some form of mathematics will be valuable when applying for university entry and will give you a very significant advantage in the job market.

Please note, the availability of the A2 level programme depends on the numbers choosing to study this course – please contact the college for latest details.

What’s involved?

AS

Data Analysis

You will learn about statistical measures and diagrams and develop an understanding of key ideas about the distribution of data, the use of important statistical models, and about correlation and regression.

Algebra

You will model real data with appropriate functions and investigate functions commonly used to model practical situations using graphing and analytical techniques.

Decision Maths

Critical path analysis, logistical mathematics - ideal for business.

A2

Calculus

You will learn to use differentiation, integration and differential equations to analyse, make sense of and describe real world situations and to solve problems. You will also investigate the use of numerical methods to find gradients and evaluate integrals and compare these with analytical methods. A useful module for students intending to progress to further study in Technology, Engineering, Science, Economics or Business Studies.

Mathematical Applications

A portfolio of two tasks at A2 standard, each based on a unit from AS Use of Maths plus Algebra and Calculus. An ideal opportunity to use your coursework/ practical data from your other subjects in this portfolio.

Mathematical Comprehension

In this unit you will extend your use of mathematics when modelling different situations, learn to develop models and learn to think critically about how you and others use mathematics.

Entry Requirements:

A minimum of a grade B in GCSE Mathematics higher tier.

Which courses go well with this?

Business, Geography, all the Sciences, Psychology and more.

Progression:

Use of Maths can lead to many mathematically based degree courses such as Sciences, Geography, Business, Finance and Accounting.

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