Maths

Learner Pathway

The following Learner Pathway is available for Maths: 

Course Information

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National 4 Maths

What will I learn in this subject?
This course covers the three main areas of Relationships (Trigonometry, Pythagoras, Straight Line), Expressions and Formulae (Key Algebra Skills) and Numeracy. 
 
How will I be assessed?
This course is assessed in class on paper - a calculator is allowed.
 
What are the entry requirements for this subject/level?
Progression from BGE.

National 5 Maths

What will I learn in this subject?
This course explores the three key areas of Relationships (the relationships between functions and their graphical forms) Expressions and Formulae (algebraic skills) and Applications (how mathematical skills can be applied in a context).
 
There is an additional Numeracy Unit - this is awarded automatically if you achieve a D or higher in the exam.
 
How will I be assessed?
An external SQA exam consisting of a Non-Calculator and a Calculator Paper.
 
What are the entry requirements for this subject/level?
Achieved National 4 Maths or National 5 Applications of Maths.

Higher Maths

What will I learn in this subject?
This course explores three key areas of Expressions and Functions (Key Algebraic Skills), Relationships and Calculus (Calculus and Trigonometry) and Applications (How to apply these skills in a context).
 
How will I be assessed?
An external SQA exam consisting of a Non-Calculator and a Calculator Paper.
 
What are the entry requirements for this subject/level?
Achieved National 5 Maths.

Advanced Higher Maths

What will I learn in this subject?
This course covers three key areas of Algebra, Proof an Number Theory, Calculus and Matrices, Vectors and Complex Numbers.
 
How will I be assessed?
An external SQA exam consisting of a Non-Calculator and a Calculator Paper.
 
What are the entry requirements for this subject/level?
Achieved Higher Maths.