Mathematics

Build mathematical fluency through connected work on number, algebra, shape and data. You will use diagrams, symbolic expressions and calculations to solve increasingly demanding problems. Tasks develop both accuracy and the ability to explain your reasoning across Forms 1–4.

Pathway subject

Learning outcomes

• Select a suitable mathematical method for a stated problem.
• Carry out calculations and represent relationships accurately.
• Explain a solution and judge whether the result is reasonable.

Main topics

• Number, sets, money and financial calculations
• Algebra, equations, variation and graphs
• Geometry, measures and mensuration
• Trigonometry and spatial reasoning
• Statistics and probability
• Vectors, matrices and transformations

Practical task

Investigate a measurement, budgeting or data problem and present your calculations, assumptions and interpretation.

Assessment

Short exercises, multistep problems, data interpretation and timed written assessments showing full working.