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Mathematics

at Westlands School, Sittingbourne · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

You will learn how higher level algebra can be used to solve a variety of problems.The topics on sequences and series will broaden your understanding of its application in the financial sector. You will also explore calculus (differentiation and integration) and learn how it is applied to create mathematical models and solve problems. The use of vectors in the aviation and marine industry will also become clear by studying this subject. The statistics element of this qualification will further your understanding of probability and teach you how to test statistical hypotheses. The mechanics part of the course will bring the concepts of forces, moments and Newton's laws alive.

What you need to get on

Students will need to achieve Grade 7 in GCSE Mathematics and Grade 6 or better in GCSE Statistics, plus 3 other GCSE or equivalent grades at 5, to include GCSE English.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • The Westlands School

    Westlands Avenue, Sittingbourne, ME10 1PF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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