Course Overview
Students follow the AQA GCSE Mathematics course starting at the beginning of Year 10.
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Course Title:
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GCSE Mathematics
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 View Specification
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Exam Board:
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AQA
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Course Code:
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8300
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QAN:
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601/4608/4
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The course will cover six main topic areas
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Number
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Algebra
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Ratio, proportion and rates of change
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Geometry and measures
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Probability
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Statistics
Assessment Criteria
Paper 1
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33% of Final Mark - 1 hour 30 mins |
Paper 2
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33% of Final Mark - 1 hour 30 mins |
Paper 3
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33% of Final Mark - 1 hour 30 mins |
In common with the other GCSEs, grades are awarded from Grade 1 (lowest) to Grade 9 (highest). There are two tiers of entry: Foundation Tier (Grades 1-5) and Higher Tier (Grades 5-9). Students must take all three exam papers at the same tier.
Students in all sets take their Mathematics exams at the end of the summer of Year 11.
Where next?
A good pass in Mathematics is a pre-requisite for any Level 3 course including Sixth Form. We also offer Mathematics in Sixth Form. Mathematics is also required to study the sciences or Economics at A-Level.
Contact: Mrs S. Smyth
If you have any questions or queries relating to the Maths curriculum please email HeadOfMaths@ecclesbourne.derbyshire.sch.uk for more information.