IBDP Mathematics - Applications & Interpretations
Group 5 | Mathematics - Applications & Interpretations
| đ Level | Standard Level (SL) |
|---|---|
| âą Hours | 150 (SL) |
| đ Prerequisite | achieving a C or higher in Year 10 Mathematics |
| âšď¸ IB Course Information | Link (SL) |
What will I learn?
There are five topics in this course:Â
- Number and algebraÂ
- FunctionsÂ
- Trigonometry and geometryÂ
- Statistics and probabilityÂ
- CalculusÂ
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Why should I consider this course?
This course is designed for students who wish to gain a good knowledge of mathematics, but with an emphasis on the applied nature of the subject. Â Students who are interested in harnessing the power of technology alongside exploring mathematical models would also benefit from this course. Â This course is appropriate for students who do not have strong algebra skills.
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Assessment
| Component | Requirement | %SL |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Maths Exploration (IA) | Approximately 12-20 pages | 20 |
| Paper 1 | 1.5 hrs | 40 |
| Paper 2 | 1.5 hrs | 40 |
What Skills does this course provide?
- develops mathematical knowledge, concepts and principles
- develops logical, critical and creative thinking
- employs and refines their powers of abstraction and generalisation.
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What Pathway Options does this course provide?
This course is designed for students who wish to pursue studies at university or courses that have limited mathematical content.