Statistics

You will develop skills in statistical enquiry, calculating and interpretation using real world data and authentic contexts. This supports skills development for progression to a range of subjects and develops your awareness of statistics beyond the classroom. You will build on the statistics within Higher tier GCSE Maths, extending this to cover risk, normal and binomial distributions, seasonal variation, standard deviation and much more, preparing you for A level Maths. This is a specialist course for those who are good at and enjoy mathematics. Statistics will prepare you for a wide range of future careers and courses, particularly those involving maths, business and science.

How will I be assessed?

Two examinations, both assessing the entire curriculum (50% each)

- 90 minutes each and require the use of a calculator

- Higher tier only

What will I learn?

Using the statistical enquiry cycle, you will

- understand the importance of initial planning when designing an investigation

- recognise the constraints involved in sourcing appropriate data

- understand how data can be processed and presented, including using technology

- understand that results must be interpreted with reference to the context of the problem

- appreciate the importance of clear and concise communication of the key findings, and an awareness of the target audience

- understand the importance of evaluating statistical work