Higher Mathematics
Our Nutshell Series gives the key facts about National Qualifications. In this document you'll find our about Higher Mathematics including the details of course assessment. The nutshell will explain what your child will learn in the course and what his or her experience will be.
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parentforumscot r h For course information, specimen question papers and past paper guidance visit: Higher Mathematics: www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/47910.html Curriculum for Excellence Key Terms and Features Factfile Education Scotland: https://education.gov.scot/nationalqualifications Further Information for Parents and Learners Information on assessment, skills, progression, revision resources and summaries of National Qualifications www.parentforumscotland.org HIGHERS IN A NUTSHELL The National Parent Forum of Scotland Higher Summary Content The course develops, deepens and extends the mathematical skills necessary at this level and beyond. Skills Learners will be able to: • understand and use a range of complex mathematical concepts and relationships • select and apply operational skills in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus and statistics within mathematical contexts • select and apply skills in numeracy • use mathematical reasoning skills to extract and interpret information and to use complex mathematical models • use mathematical reasoning skills to think logically, provide justification or proof and solve problems • communicate mathematical information with complex features Opportunities for Learners Learners will be able 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 • study in-depth mathematical concepts and the ways in which mathematics describes our world • interprete, communicate and manage information in mathematical form - vital skills for scientific and technological research and development • use mathematical language and explore advanced mathematical ideas Assessment • The course will be assessed through two question papers (exams), which will be marked by SQA and graded A to D. • Question paper 1 makes up 47% of the total assessment mark and question paper 2 makes up 53%. • The question papers will assess the learner’s understanding of the underlying processes involved in numerical, algebraic, geometric, trigonometric, calculus, and reasoning skills. • For question paper 2, using a calculator allows more opportunity for application and reasoning when more complex calculations are required to solve problems. Paper 1 Non-calculator 1 hour 30 minutes, 70 marks Paper 2 Calculator 1 hour 45 minutes, 80 marks Specimen Paper www.sqa.org.uk/pastpapers/findpastpaper.htm Progression Higher courses can stand alone or follow on from National 5 qualifications and may lead to Advanced Highers, the Scottish Baccalaureate and a range of qualifications within Further and Higher Education. HIGHER Mathematics OCT 2018