Why this course?

Core Maths is designed to use logic and reasoning to enhance critical thinking skills. We look at mathematics in real life contexts and explore the wider implications of those skills. The course develops the ability to rationalise a point of view by critiquing data and also enhance the understanding of the world around them by looking at financial skills as well as current issues and being able to critique news articles according to the data that influences them to make sure our students leave us with the ability to form fully supported arguments.

Course Content

  • Paper 1
    Statistics, sampling, analysing and representing data, maths for personal finance, Fermi estimation.
  • Paper 2B
    Critical analysis of data, critical pathways, activity networks, Gantt charts, probability trees, Venn diagrams, cost benefit analysis, insurance

Assessment

Paper 1
1hr 30mins
50% of grade

Paper 2
1hr 30mins
50% of grade

Student Profile

To study this course, students must:

  • Enjoy mathematics
  • Have a good track-record in it
  • Enjoy using maths in real life problems
  • Be good at logical thinking
  • Have an awareness of the world around them and current affairs

Complementary Subjects

  • Accounting
  • Economics
  • Business
  • Psychology
  • Sport science
  • Geography
  • Biology

What could I do next?

Degree Subjects

  • Finance
  • Business
  • Psychology
  • Sport science
  • Geography
  • Biology
  • Teaching

Some maths-related degrees at universities have been known to give reduced offers if Core Maths is studied alongside 3 main other A Levels.

Career Opportunities

  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • Investment banking
  • Architect
  • Computer programming
  • Statistician
  • Teacher