GCSE Maths Higher and Foundation

You will be asked to complete a written assessment in your chosen subject and asked to provide evidence of grades and/or achievements before enrolment can be completed.

Students who do not meet the entry criteria are expected to undertake diagnostic tests in literacy and/or numeracy.

WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?
OPEN LEARNING is a way of studying by a "non-traditional" method, where you can study at your own pace and fit in your learning with work and family commitments. It is ideal for anyone who is unable to attend classes on a regular basis. This course is perfect if you want to achieve a GCSE for further study, work or just out of interest.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?
There are two levels offered depending on your ability and needs

Foundation where you can achieve up to grade C or

Higher where you can achieve up to grade A*

It is really essential that you enrol on the course which is most suited to you.

This course will help you:

• develop the ability to tackle difficult problems by expanding on your current knowledge
• extend your mathematical vocabulary and abilities to cover definitions and formal reasoning
• make connections between various areas and consolidate your understanding of mathematics
• establish an extensive foundation for practical use and/or further study in many other subjects

HOW WILL I LEARN?
The course has been written in a practical and interactive style with activities and self-check questions. The course materials are:

• guide and student handbook containing valuable study skills advice
• self-contained units that are structured to help you learn
• a set of assignments that your tutor will mark
• an index so that you are never far from the information you need
• an exam book with important advice and guidance

WHAT CAN THIS COURSE LEAD TO?
AS Mathematics

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Mode of study - open/distance learning.

Study time - each of the units is self-contained and takes about 1-2 hours of study time. If you intend to take the GCSE exam and plan on studying every topic, you will need to study for at least 3-5 hours per week for approximately 9 months. The course contains the assignments with advice on how and when to complete them.

Duration - all GCSE subjects are studied over one academic year.

Start date - enrolment can take place anytime throughout the year but GCSE Mathematics exams are set for May and November only. It is therefore a good idea to enrol at the earliest opportunity to give you the maximum amount of time to complete the course.

Examination structure -This course covers the GCSE specification for Mathematics Higher or Foundation set by the Assessment and Qualifications Alliance (AQA). Specification A4301 Traditional format: The assessment consists of:

Written Paper 1 (Non calculator)

Foundation Tier 1 hour 30 minutes

Higher Tier 2 hours

50% of the marks 100 marks

Written Paper 2 (Calculator)

Foundation Tier 1 hour 30 minutes

Higher Tier 2 hours

50% of the marks 100 marks

Subjects covered by the higher course are -

1: The beginnings of algebra
2: The calculator at work
3: The beginnings of graphs
4: The beginnings of geometry
5: Proof and counter examples
6: Trigonometry
7: Volumes and areas revisited
8: Lines and graphs
9: Using graphs
10: Algebra
11: Indices and variation
12: More calculator work
13: Motion geometry
14: Vectors
15: Probability and statistics
16: Non-calculator paper

Subjects covered by the foundation course are:

• Number skills
• Whole numbers
• Directed numbers
• Angles and parallels
• Fractions
• Understanding decimals
• Introduction to length, area and volume
• Data and charts
• Line symmetry
• Number patterns
• Polygons
• Coordinates, functions and graphs
• Moving Shapes
• Area and perimeter
• Estimation and calculation
• Ratio and further fractions
• Percentages
• Algebraic techniques
• Enlargement and similar shapes
• Pie, percentage and frequency charts
• Introducing probability
• Solid shapes and volumes
• Compound measures
• Circles
• Averages and spread
• Surveys and scatter diagrams
• Powers and indices
• Constructions and accurate drawing
• Pythagoras theorem
• Conversion charts, graphs and tables
• Everyday calculations
• Linear functions
• Non-linear functions

Type of Study :: Course Duration :: Course reference number :: Start Date :: Tutorial Fees :: Material Fees :: Exam Fees
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