There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however, it is recommended that you have an intermediate ability to read and write English.
A-level and GCSE Maths Bundle
Become adept at problem-solving and logical thinking, and supercharge your career with this A-level and GCSE maths bundle!
Course Introduction
The study of GCSE and A-level maths is essential for a wide range of professions: engineering, medicine, scientific research, accountancy, and many more. If you love the idea of gaining qualifications that will open up a whole world of exciting opportunities, then this A-level and GCSE maths bundle is ideal. You’ll develop a range of essential skills which are highly valued by employers and universities, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail. What’s more, when you enrol on both courses, you’ll make a great saving!
Course Info
- Units
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16 units across 2 courses (view units)
Awarding Body: AQA
AQA qualifications are internationally recognised and taught in 30 countries worldwide, highly valued and recognised by employers and universities and enable you to progress to the next stage of your life. AQA qualifications suit a range of abilities and include GCSE courses, IGCSE courses and A-level courses.
What you will learn
Below is an outline of the course material you will study across the courses in this bundle:
A-level Maths
Pure mathematics 1
- Proof, proof by deduction, proof by exhaustion, & disproof
- Surds & rationalising the denominator
- Solving & graphing quadratic equations
- Graph transformations
- Simultaneous equations
- Inequalities
- Polynomials & the Factor Theorem
- Coordinate geometry, including straight line equations & intersection
- Circle theorems
Pure mathematics 2
- Differentiation & integration
- Binomial expansion & approximations
- Trigonometry (sin, cosine & trig identities)
- Proving & solving trigonometry identities
- Exponentials & logarithms
- Laws of logarithms
Mechanics 1
- Vectors
- Kinematics, motion graphs & non-uniform acceleration
- Constant acceleration & SUVAT equations
- Forces & Newton’s laws
Statistics 1
- Population & sampling
- Representing qualitative & quantitative data
- Measure of location
- Dispersion
- Correlation & regression
- Elemental probability
- Solving probability problems
- Laws of Probability
- Probability distributions
- Statistical distribution
- Binomial distributions, including binomial coefficients, probability function, & cumulative distribution function
- Hypothesis tests
Pure mathematics 3
- Proof by contradiction
- Simplifying expressions
- Division of polynomials
- Mapping & functions
- Composite & inverse functions
- The modulus
- Solving modulus equations & inequalities
- Graph transformations
- Partial & repeated fractions
- Arcs, sectors, & small angle approximations
- Inverse trig functions
- Cosec, Sec & Cot
- Addition & double angle formulas
- Binomial expansions as approximations
- Binomial expansions & partial fractions
- Series & sequences
Pure mathematics 4
- Points of inflection, convex, & concave curves
- Trigonometric identities & equations
- Rules of differentiation, including the product rule, the quotient rule, & implicit differentiation
- Rules of integration
- Differential equations
- Integrating complex functions
- Integration by substitution
- Integration by parts
- Integration of partial fractions
- Parametric integration & differentiation
- Parametric & cartesian equations
- Numerical methods
- Vectors & 3D vectors
Mechanics 2
- Kinematics & projectile motion
- Dynamics
- Resultant forces, friction, & equilibrium
- Newton’s Laws of Motion
- Moments
Statistics 2
- Correlation & regression
- The Product Moment Correlation Coefficient
- Probability
- The Normal Distribution
- Normal approximation to a binomial distribution
- Hypothesis testing
Preparing for the examinations
Paper 1
Paper 2
Paper 3
Maths IGCSE
Numbers and the number system
- Integers
- Fractions
- Decimals
- Powers and roots
- Set language and notation
- Percentages
- Ratio and proportion
- Degree and accuracy
- Applying numbers
- Electronic calculator
Equations, formulae and identities
- Use of symbols
- Algebraic manipulation
- Expressions and formulae
- Linear equations
- Proportion
- Simultaneous linear equations
- Quadratic equations
- Inequalities
Sequences, functions and graphs
- Sequences
- Function notation
- Graphs
- Calculus
Geometry and trigonometry
- Angles, lines, and triangles
- Polygons
- Symmetry
- Measures
- Construction
- Circle properties
- Geometrical reasoning
- Trigonometry and Pythagoras’ theorem
- Mensuration of 2D shapes
- 3D shapes and volume
- Similarity
Vectors and transformation geometry
- Vectors
- Transformation geometry
Unit 6 - Statistics and probability
- Graphical representation of data
- Statistical measures
- Probability
Statistics and probability
- Graphical representation of data
- Statistical measures
- Probability
Examinations and Assessments
For GCSE Maths, you’ll be required to complete three standard written exams:
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- Paper 1 (non-calculator): 1 hour 30 minutes, 33.3% of GCSE, 80 marks.
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- Paper 2 (calculator): 1 hour 30 minutes, 33.3% of GCSE, 80 marks.
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- Paper 3 (calculator): 1 hour 30 minutes, 33.3% of GCSE, 80 marks.
For A-level Maths, you’ll also be required to complete three written exams:
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- Paper 1: 2 hours, 33.3% of A-Level, 100 marks.
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- Paper 2: 2 hours, 33.3% of A-Level, 100 marks.
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- Paper 3: 2 hours, 33.3% of A-Level, 100 marks.
You’ll also be required to complete assignments. These do not contribute to your final grade but provide you with an opportunity to submit work to your tutor for marking and feedback. This will help you to gauge your progress as you work through the course. There is no coursework to complete for either course.
We provide a guaranteed exam space in one of our partner exam centres around the UK. Check where your closest exam centre is. We also welcome students looking to retake their exams.