GCSE MATHS

What does this qualification cover?

GCSE mathematics is split across Higher and Foundation Tier. Breakdowns of the content are shown with the diagrams below. Over the GCSE course there is a large focus of the ability to problem solve. Topics are interlinked within questions so that a single question can include up to five different topic areas within the question – Number, Algebra, Ratio and Proportion, Geometry and Statistics.

Tier	Topic Area	Weighting
Foundation	Number	22 – 28%
	Algebra	17 – 23%
	Ratio, Proportion and Rates of change	22 – 28%
	Geometry and Measures	12 – 18%
	Statistics and Probability	12 – 18%
Higher	Number	12 – 18%
	Algebra	27 – 33%
	Ratio, Proportion and Rates of change	17 – 23%
	Geometry and Measures	17 – 23%
	Statistics and Probability	12 – 18%

At the UTC, the Mathematics department aim to cover all the GCSE content in two years. Then, in Year 11, there is a clear focus on exam practice and to focus teaching at specific grades to ensure appropriate challenge. The 9-1 GCSE Edexcel Mathematics exam series uses two tiers – Foundation that covers grades 1 to 5 and higher tier which cover grades 4-9.

What’s included?

Content is split across the papers so that any topic can appear on any paper.

Key Features

GCSE maths will provide you with a plethora of transferable skills, which are highly valued by employers.

Areas that you will develop include:

Problem solving
Critical thinking
Analytical skills
The ability to understand statistics and data
Financial skills
Being able to communicate effectively and clearly
Resilience when faced with difficult problems

Links to workplace

A good GCSE qualification in mathematics is highly sought after by employers.

Careers that will utilise mathematics include:

Careers in finance including accountancy, actuary, banking and statistical analysis
Sciences
Engineering
Architecture
Medicine
Computing

In addition to this having a solid qualification at GCSE mathematics will open access to many routes of study post 16.

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