Mathematics Edexcel
Introduction This course is compulsory for all pupils. Mathematics is a subject that is beautiful and challenging in its own right, as well as being highly respected by employers and universities. The syllabus enables pupils to develop their mathematical knowledge and skills, a good grounding in Mathematics supports other subjects and fosters valuable skills in analysing data, problem-solving and logical thinking. Pupils will learn to apply Mathematics in everyday situations and develop an understanding of the part that Mathematics plays in the world around them. The purposes of this qualification are to: • provide evidence of students’ achievements against demanding and fulfilling content, to give students the confidence that the mathematical skills, knowledge and understanding that they will have acquired during the course of their study are as good as that of the highest performing jurisdictions in the world • provide a strong foundation for further academic and vocational study and for employment, to give students the appropriate mathematical skills, knowledge and understanding to help them progress to a full range of courses in further and higher education. This includes Level 3 mathematics courses as well as Level 3 and undergraduate courses in other disciplines such as biology, geography and psychology, where the understanding and application of mathematics is crucial
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