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 can be sat 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 OOL course is designed to match the requirements of the AQA 6361 specifcation  which comprises six units that have the following titles:

AS Level

Pure core 1: algebra, trigonometry, integration, etc
Pure core 2: exponentials, logarithms, etc
Statistics 1B: probability, collection of data, correlation, etc

A2 Level

Pure core 3: algebraic functions, coordinate geometry, etc.
Pure core 4: vectors, further coordinate geometry, etc
Statistics 2B: sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, etc

The Syllabus

This course prepares candidates for the AQA Mathematics AS level syllabus 5361, for examination in 2010-11 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.