GCSE Mathematics

Mathematics

The GCSE in mathematics is designed to enable students to:

• Develop fluent knowledge, skills and understanding of mathematical methods and concepts
• Acquire, select and apply mathematical techniques to solve problems
• Reason mathematically, make deductions and inferences and draw conclusions
• Comprehend, interpret and communicate mathematical information in a variety of forms appropriate to the information and context

Entry Requirements

The qualification builds on the content, knowledge and skills developed in the Key Stage 3 Programme of Study (ages 11–14) or international equivalences for Mathematics.

Course Content

The Edexcel International GCSE Mathematics (9-1) course covers the following topic areas:

• Number
• Algebra
• Geometry
• Statistics

Where does it lead?

An IGCSE in Mathematics is a basic entry requirement for most university courses and employment opportunities. Students can progress from this qualification to:

• The GCE Advanced Subsidiary (AS) and Advanced Level in Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Pure Mathematics
• Other equivalent, Level 3 Mathematics qualifications
• Further study in other areas where mathematics is required including the physical and social sciences which rely heavily on the content covered in the mathematics syllabus
• Other further training or employment where numerate skills and knowledge are required