Introduction The aim of Mathematics is to develop student’s mathematical thinking, understanding, competence and confidence in the application of mathematics, their creativity, enjoyment and appreciation of the subject, and their engagement in lifelong learning.
Skills attained while studying Mathematics include: - collecting, analysing and organising information
- communicating ideas and information
- planning and organising activities
- working with others and in teams
- using mathematical ideas and techniques
- solving problems
- using technology.
Course Outline
Students will undertake a course of study that covers familiar areas such as: - Working Mathematically
- Number
- Patterns and Algebra
- Data
- Measurement
- Space and Geometry.
These strands contain the knowledge, skills and understanding for the study of mathematics in the compulsory years of schooling.
Stage 4 (Years 7 and 8)
Only one course is offered that complies with the Stage 4 syllabus developed by the NSW Board of Studies.
Stage 5 (Years 9 and 10) Students follow the pathway that best suits their abilities. The College offers 3 pathways 5.1, 5.1/5.2, 5.2/5.3, each building on the concepts developed in the preceding pathway, allowing students to have flexibility in developing their skills. The School Certificate Mathematics test is based on the Working Mathematically strand as it relates to the content strands up to and including Stage 5.1. There are recommended topics for students who are following the 5.2/5.3 pathway and who intend to study the Stage 6 Advanced Mathematics course. Optional topics are also recommended as further preparation for the Stage 6 Mathematics Extension courses.
Stage 6 (Years 11 and 12) Currently, the following courses are offered: Mathematics General; Mathematics Advanced; Mathematics Extension 1; Mathematics Extension 2.
In addition to the mandatory programs, St Ursula’s provides a wide range of enrichment opportunities for talented students to further develop their skills. These include a variety of Mathematics competitions, the Mathematics Challenge for Young Australians and the Australian Mathematical Olympiad. All of the students in Years 7 and 8 and selected students from Years 9 to 11 take part in the ICAS Mathematics Competition.
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