Maths and Statistics A Level

Distance Learning Maths and Statistics A level – The Course

The Maths and Stats A level is split into two major components – AS and A2. The AS level may be sat as a separate qualification in its own right.

Each lesson begins with a set of clearly stated objectives and an explanation of its place in the overall programme of study.

Effective learning is encouraged through frequent activities and self-assessment questions.

The AS Level has thirteen tutor-marked assignments (known as TMAs). The A2 level has a further ten TMAs.

Key Topics Covered

The course covers the seven units in six modules of the following titles:

AS Level

P1: algebra, trigonometry, integration, etc
P2: exponentials, logarithms, etc

S1: probability, collection of data, correlation, etc

A2 Level

P4: algebraic functions, coordinate geometry etc.
P5: vectors, further coordinate geometry, etc
S2: sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, etc

The Syllabus

This course prepares candidates for the AQA Mathematics AS level syllabus 5361, for examination in 2012 and later years. Most candidates will then study the A2 syllabus 6361. The full Advanced Level qualification comprises AS and A2. We have chosen this syllabus as it is the most suited to distance learning

Assessment is by three written papers for the AS Level and three written papers for the A2 Level.

Coursework

There is no coursework for the Maths and Statistics A level.

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