A Level Mathematics with Statistics

Level: AS and A2 (Full)


This A level course builds on work covered in GCSE Maths at Higher Level, so you need to be familiar with all the mathematics at this level, and your skills should be at least up to GCSE Grade B standard. If you have not studied maths for some time, it would be advisable to brush up your skills by revising some of the Higher Level GCSE topics. One way to do this is on the BBC website "GCSE Bitesize" which provides an interactive revision programme.

This course is designed for students working at home. The topics are presented in small "chunks" with worked examples followed by activities for the student. Revision tests are provided after every three or four sections, and there is a Test Paper at the end of each module, which is a mock exam, so you should revise the content of the module before you do the Test Paper.

You will need a graphics calculator, but you will also need to be skilled in manipulating numbers without using a calculator. In particular, no calculator is allowed in the exam for the first module, and the work in this module is built around working out answers without a calculator.

This course is self-contained; you can learn everything you need by working through the materials provided. But if you want to read the same content elsewhere, the best resource is the series of books written especially for the AQA Specification. These are published by Oxford University Press, and the series title is "Advanced Maths for AQA". The books relevant to this course are:

Core Maths C1 + C2, Core Maths C3 + C4, Statistics S1 and Statistics S2.

On this course you work at your own pace. Each module exam can be taken in January or May/June of each year. So you will need to do some forward planning to work out when you will be ready to take the exams, and you will need to register your exam entries at least three months before the exam period. All administrative details, including exam timetables, can be found on the AQA website.

AS Level

Students will be required to demonstrate construction and presentation of mathematical arguments through appropriate use of logical deduction and precise statements involving correct use of symbols and appropriate connecting language, and, correct understanding and use of mathematical language and grammar

Pure Core 1

Co-ordinate Geometry

Quadratic functions

Differentiation

Integration

Pure Core 2

Studentss will be expected to be familiar with the knowledge, skills and understanding implicit in the module Core 1.

Algebra and Functions

Sequences and Series

Trigonometry

Exponentials and logarithms

Differentiation

Integration

Statistics 1

Statistical Measures

Probability

Discrete Random Variables

Normal Distribution

Estimation

A2 Level

Pure Core 3

Students will be expected to be familiar with the knowledge, skills and understanding implicit in the modules Core 1 and Core 2.

Algebra and Functions

Trigonometry

Exponentials and Logarithms

Differentiation

Integration

Numerical Methods

Pure Core 4

Students will be expected to be familiar with the knowledge, skills and understanding implicit in the modules Core 1, Core 2 and Core 3.

Algebra and Functions

Coordinate Geometry in the (x, y) plane

Sequences and Series

Trigonometry

Exponentials and Logarithms

Differentiation and Integration

Vectors

Statistics 2

Students will be expected to be familiar with the knowledge, skills and understanding implicit in the modules Core 1, Core 2, Core 3, Core 4 and Statistics 1.

Poisson distribution

Continuous random variables

The t-distribution

Hypothesis Testing

Chi-squared tests

To take this A Level it is recommended that you should have a GCSE grade B at Higher level

AQA A Level Mathematics


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All students have one year to complete this course from date of registration. On average this course is completed in 300 hours.

We recommend that students complete 6-8 hours per week as a minimum to get the most from this course. Remember to work out a study plan / timetable before you start and try and stick to it. Coursework can be completed as quickly as you want as shown below.

Hrs per weekEstimated Completion
7 Hours11 Months
10 Hours8 Months
15 Hours5 Months

Course materials are provided in paper format and delivered direct to your door within 7 days of enrolment.

AS Level:

Each Module has 1Written Paper: 1 hour 30 minutes.

This represents 33% of the Total AS marks, 16% of the Total A Level marks

A2 Level:

Each Module has 1 Written Paper: 1 hour 30 minutes.

This represents 33% of the Total A2 marks, 16% of the Total A Level marks

No calculator is allowed in the examination for Module 1.

A graphics calculator may be used, and is highly recommended, for the other five modules.

Specification

This course follows the AQA Specification 6360.

Course Overview

A Level Maths (with Statistics) consists of 6 modules:

AS Level

Module 1 MPC1, Module 2 MPC2, Module 3 MS1B

A2 Level

Module 4 MPC3, Module 5 MPC4, Module 6 MS2B

Each module has 1 Written paper of 1 hour 30 minutes.

There is no coursework.

A student who passes all three AS level modules achieves the qualification AS Mathematics.

Passes in the 3 A2 level modules are then required to achieve the qualification A level Mathematics.

The college provides expertise support and advice for students in their studies through their comprehensive course packs and tutoring system. However, we do stress that it is the student’s responsibility to find a centre to register and take their exams with. We are aware that sometimes this is difficult or even impossible to arrange. Now we have come to an arrangement with centres in Birmingham, Bristol and Harrogate so please contact them directly for fees and a timetable. We realise this may still involve a good deal of travelling for some students but the long-term benefits of being able to gain A Levels far outweigh the short-term expense and inconvenience.

Recommended Centres

English Maths Science Tuition Centre Ltd.
40 Showell Green lane
Sparkhill
Birmingham,
B11 4JP
England
United Kingdom

Tel: 0121-771-1298

info@englishandmaths.com

http://www.englishandmaths.com/Index.php

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3A Tutors Ltd
1A High Street
Staple Hill
Bristol
BS16 5HA

Tel: 0117 9109931

Email: enquiries@3at.org.uk

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Harrogate Tutorial College
2 The Oval
Harrogate
HG2 9BA

Telephone +44(0)1423 501041

E-Mail study@htcuk.org

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Campbell Harris Tutors Ltd
185 Kensington High Street
London
W8 6SH
Telephone 020 7937 0032

Email principal@campbellharris.co.uk

Web Site http://campbellharris.co.uk/Content.asp?ID=18

Please visit AQA for exam information.

http://www.aqa.org.uk/admin/p_private.php

The contract for sitting exams is between you and the centre and we will provide you with comprehensive instructions on when and how to deal with the examination centre.

Q: When can I enrol?

The beauty of distance learning means that students can enrol at anytime they wish 365 days of the year. Enrolments and payment can be made online or by calling our office on 0800 0131030.

Q: How soon after enrolment can I start studying?

Students would normally receive course materials within 7 days of enrolment

Q: Is this course accredited?

Yes! This course prepares students for the AQA A Level examinations.

Q: Is there any funding available towards the course fees?

UK Open College is a privately run college therefore we do not have access to funding

Q: Do you offer any discounts for the unemployed or low income households?

Unfortunately discounts are not available

Q: Can I pay monthly for my course?

Yes! We do offer payment plans for this course to students resident in the UK only. See fees page for further details.

Q: How do I know whether this is the right course for me?

In truth we cannot be sure if this course or indeed home learning will meet every students needs. To help we have a money back guarantee scheme in place which allows students to receive and try the course materials for seven days to establish whether this course is the ideal course for them. If it's not simply notify us via email or telephone within the seven day period for a full refund. Please be aware this is a strict seven day scheme and no refunds are processed once this period has expired.

Q: Is this course available to International students?

Yes ! We currently have students all over the world studying with the college.

Q: Are there any deadlines for course assignments?

No! You can submit course assignments at your own pace. The only deadline is for completion of the whole course which requires students to finish within one year of registration.

Q: What if I have questions relating to my course or have problems understanding some of the questions?

No problem! All students have access to a personal tutor for the duration of their course with whom they may correspond with. You are not on your own when you study with us! We really do want you to pass your course!

Q: Will I have to purchase any additional books or materials?

It will state clearly in the course detail if additional books are required. These are not included in the course fees. Students are required to purchase these independantly. They are not provided by the college

Course Fee: Starting at: £349.00

Student can choose to pay their course fees in full upon enrolment (£349.00) or take out a pay as you study plan as follows.

Enrolment Fee£149.00
5 x Monthly payments£50.00
Total Fees Payable£399.00
Pay in full and Save £50.00

Call our office on 0800 0131030 for guaranteed acceptance onto our pay as you study plan* (Applies to UK Students only)

MOD Personnel can claim a 10% Reduction on fees when paying in full by quoting BFPO10 when contacting us. Proof will be required.

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