Mathematics Advanced: 11255 (Y11) / 15255 (Y12)

NESA Stage 6 Syllabus

Mathematics Advanced is a course that develops concepts which have been studied in the Year 10 course. It is expected that students have demonstrated general competence in ALL the skills at Year 10 Mathematics 5.3 Level. Outstanding students in the Year 10 Mathematics 5.2 course could also consider the course.

This is the minimum requirement for tertiary students in any field requiring Mathematics, e.g. Economic Courses, Business Administration at Universities in New South Wales. Students wishing to study at Sydney University are advised to consult entrance requirements for that institution regarding the level of Mathematics required. Mathematics Advanced is recommend for students undertaking HSC Physics and Chemistry.

The Mathematics Advanced Year 11 course has been developed on the assumption that students have studied the content and achieved the outcomes of all sub-strands of Stage 5.1 and Stage 5.2, and substrands of Stage 5.3 including:

Algebraic techniques

Surds and indices

Equations

Linear relationships

Trigonometry and Pythagoras’ theorem

Single variable data analysis

Non-linear relationships (partial knowledge expected)

Properties of Geometrical Shapes (partial knowledge expected)

Number of Units:

Marks available:

Exclusions:

Contribution to the HSC and ATAR:

Two for each of the Preliminary Course (Year 11) and HSC Course (Year 12)

100 marks for the HSC Course (Year 12)

Mathematics Standard

Satisfactory completion of Mathematics Advanced course fulfill the pattern of study requirements for the HSC Students who complete either or both courses can be eligible for the calculation of the ATAR

Suitability:

Career Pathway:

Students who consistently achieve a B or A grade in Year 10 Mathematics 5 2/5 3 (Advanced) Students need to be prepared for a significant amount of learning to be conducted at home on a weekly basis to support classroom learning

Students who undertake Mathematics Advanced courses can explore relevant careers here

Mathematics Extension 1: 11250 (1-unit Y11) / 15250 (1-unit Y12)

NESA Stage 6 Syllabus

TMathematics Extension 1 is focused on enabling students to develop a thorough understanding of and competence in further aspects of mathematics. The course provides opportunities to develop rigorous mathematical arguments and proofs, and to use mathematical models more extensively. Students of Mathematics Extension 1 will be able to develop an appreciation of the interconnected nature of mathematics, its beauty and its functionality.

Mathematics Extension 1 provides a basis for progression to further study in mathematics or related disciplines in which mathematics has a vital role at a tertiary level. An understanding and exploration of Mathematics Extension 1 is also advantageous for further studies in areas as science, engineering, finance and economics.

Number of Units:

Marks available:

Exclusions:

Contribution to the HSC and ATAR:

One unit for each of the Preliminary Course (Year 11) and HSC Course (Year 12)

50 marks for the HSC Course (Year 12)

Mathematics Standard

Satisfactory completion of Mathematics Extension 1 course fulfill the pattern of study requirements for the HSC and can be eligible for the calculation of the ATAR.

Prerequisites:

The Mathematics Extension 1 Year 11 course has been developed on the assumption that students have studied the content and achieved the outcomes of the NSW Mathematics Years 7–10 Syllabus and, in particular, the content and outcomes of all sub-strands of Stage 5 1, Stage 5 2 and Stage 5 3, including the optional sub-strands

Suitability:

Career Pathway:

Students who consistently achieve a B or A grade in Year 10 Mathematics 5.2/5.3 (Advanced)

Students who undertake Mathematics Extension courses can explore relevant careers here