AS and A Level Mathematics

1- Why choose Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics?

Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics is accepted by universities and employers as proof of mathematical knowledge and understanding. Successful candidates gain lifelong skills, including:

• A deeper understanding of mathematical principles;
• The further development of mathematical skills including the use of applications of mathematics in the context of everyday situations and in other subjects that they may be studying;
• The ability to analyse problems logically, recognising when and how a situation may be represented mathematically;

2- Summary of Aims:

Some of the aims of the syllabus are:

• Develop their mathematical knowledge and skills in a way which encourages confidence and provides satisfaction and enjoyment;
• Develop their mathematical knowledge and skills in a way which encourages confidence and provides satisfaction and enjoyment;
• Acquire a range of mathematical skills, particularly those which will enable them to use applications of mathematics in the context of everyday situations and of other subjects they may be studying;

3- Assessment and Exam Format:

The 7 units in the scheme cover the following subject areas: Pure Mathematics (units P1, P2 and P3); Mechanics (units M1 and M2); Probability and Statistics (units S1 and S2). Centres and candidates may:

• Take all four Advanced (A) Level components in the same examination series for the full Cambridge International A Level;
• Follow a staged assessment route to the Cambridge International A Level by taking two Advanced Subsidiary (AS) papers (P1 & M1 or P1 & S1) in an earlier examination series; Take the Advanced Subsidiary (AS) qualification only.