Higher Mathematics

The course aims to:

  • motivate and challenge learners by enabling them to select and apply mathematical techniques in a variety of mathematical situations
  • develop confidence in the subject and a positive attitude towards further study in mathematics and the use of mathematics in employment
  • deliver in-depth study of mathematical concepts and the ways in which mathematics describes our world
  • allow learners to interpret, communicate and manage information in mathematical form; skills which are vital to scientific and technological research and development
  • deepen the learner’s skills in using mathematical language and exploring advanced mathematical ideas

Topics covered include

  • Straight Line
  • Sets and Functions
  • Graphs from Graphs
  • Trigonometric Graphs and Equations
  • Recurrence Relations
  • Differentiation
  • Quadratic Functions
  • Polynomials
  • Integrations
  • Compound Angle Formulae
  • The Circle
  • Vectors
  • Further Calculus
  • Logs and Exponentials
  • The Wave Function
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