Mathematics A level
This WJEC GCE AS and A level in Mathematics provides a broad, coherent, satisfying and worthwhile course of study. It encourages
learners to develop confidence in, and a positive attitude towards, mathematics and to recognise its importance in their own lives and to society.
How will I be assessed? (Assessment)
AS Unit 1: Pure Mathematics A Written examination: 2 hours 30 minutes (120 marks) 25% of qualification
- The paper will comprise a number of short and longer, both structured and unstructured questions, which may be set on any part of the subject content of the unit. A number of questions will assess learners' understanding of more than one topic from the subject content.
A calculator will be allowed in this examination.
AS Unit 2: Applied Mathematics A Written examination: 1 hour 45 minutes (75 marks) 15% of
qualification
- The paper will comprise two sections:
Section A: Statistics (40 marks)
Section B: Mechanics (35 marks) A number of questions will assess learners' understanding of more than one topic from the subject content.
A calculator will be allowed in this examination.
A2 Unit 3: Pure Mathematics B Written examination: 2 hours 30 minutes (120 marks) 35% of qualification
- The paper will comprise a number of short and longer, both structured and unstructured questions, which may be set on any part of the subject content of the unit. A number of questions will assess learners' understanding of more than one topic from the subject content.
A calculator will be allowed in this examination.
A2 Unit 4: Applied Mathematics B Written examination: 1 hour 45 minutes 25% of qualification (80 marks)
- The paper will comprise two sections:
Section A: Statistics (40 marks)
Section B: Differential Equations and Mechanics (40 marks) A number of questions will assess learners' understanding of more than one topic from the subject content.
A calculator will be allowed in this examination.
What kind of work will I do outside the classroom?
Additional mathematics, working with others to solve problems.
What could I do at the end of my course? (Progressions)
This specification provides a suitable foundation for the study of mathematics or a related area through a range of higher education courses, progression to the next level of vocational qualifications or employment.
Entry Requirements: GCSE Maths C (higher tier)
