Course overview
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This GCSE Higher Mathematics specification is the same AQA Maths GCSE studied in traditional schools and colleges. As well as providing an excellent knowledge base in Mathematics, this GCSE course is ideal for students who are planning to study mathematics at A-Level, those wanting to boost their knowledge in a range of mathematic topics in numbers, geometry, statistics and more, and for those aspiring to achieve a career involving Mathematics, as an accountant, data analyst or financial manager. Please note, this GCSE course is written for those wishing to sit the higher level papers. You can take this course without completing exams but you will not receive the GCSE accreditation.
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Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
You will have up to 1 year to complete the full GCSE Mathematics course from the date you receive your materials. You will be able to study at your own pace and your only deadlines are the GCSE examinations, which take place at certain times throughout the year.
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
Course features
- Dedicated personal tutor support
- Dedicated student support
- Accreditation
- Assignment marking and feedback
- Free CV critique service
- Free employability guide to help you impress future employers
- Free XO Student Discounts card
- Comprehensive study guide*
- Open Study College pen and highlighter*
- Student study planner*
- Student notebook*
- Document wallet*
* Not included with the online study option
Assessment
To achieve a GCSE in Mathematics you will be assessed across the four sections by 3 paper-based examinations. A more detailed breakdown of the assessment details is provided below.
Although you are assessed formally by examination, you will also be required to submit tutor-marked assignments. These are designed to help you and monitor your progress.
If you add on the exams, you will need to sit the examinations in either Birmingham, Bolton, Doncaster, London or Macclesfield and we will book these for you, when you are ready.
If you choose to study this course, you will need to take the higher-level examinations.
Course outcome
Upon successful completion of this home learning course, you will receive a GCSE in Mathematics.
The GCSE is recognised by universities, schools and employers around the world. It is awarded by AQA.
Exam details
Paper 1: Non-Calculator
Type: Written examination
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Weighing: 33⅓% of the GCSE
Total Marks: 80
Assessed: Content from all parts of the course
Assessment Type: A mix of question styles, from short, single-mark questions to multi-step problems
Paper 2: Calculator
Type: Written examination
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Weighing: 33⅓% of the GCSE
Total Marks: 80
Assessed: Content from all parts of the course
Assessment Type: A mix of question styles, from short, single-mark questions to multi-step problems
Paper 3: Calculator
Type: Written examination
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Weighing: 33⅓% of the GCSE
Total Marks: 80
Assessed: Content from all parts of the course
Assessment Type: A mix of question styles, from short, single-mark questions to multi-step problems
Delivery
This course enables you to study for a GCSE Mathematics by distance learning at home or at work. Your course materials will be sent by post or online, so receiving your materials is easy and hassle-free. Full tutor support will be available via email, so help is only a click away!
Subjects
Specification: AQA 8300
- Positive and Negative Numbers
- Place Value
- Powers and Roots
- Factors and Multiples
- Decimals
- Standard Form
- Fractions
- Fractions, Decimals and Percentages
- Exact Calculations
- Rounding and Estimation
- Using a Calculator
- Measures
- Error Intervals
- Notation and Expressions
- Expanding and Factorising 1
- Substitution
- Rearranging
- Expanding and Factorising 2
- Functions
- Straight Line Graphs
- Quadratic Graphs
- Sketching Functions
- Real Life Graphs
- Areas Under Graphs
- Solving Linear Equations
- Solving Quadratic Equations
- Solving Simultaneous Equations
- Solving Inequalities
- Iteration
- Linear Sequences
- Special Sequences
- Quadratic Sequences
- Measuring
- Area and Perimeter
- Angle Rules
- Loci and Construction
- Circles
- 3D Shapes
- Transformations
- Transformations
- Vectors
- Pythagoras Theorem
- Trigonometry
- Further Trigonometry
- Ratio
- Percentages
- Proportion
- Congruence and Similarity
- Probability Experiments
- Sets
- Tree Diagrams
- Conditional Probability
- Collecting Data
- Statistical Diagrams 1
- Averages
- Statistical Diagrams 2
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