MATHEMATICS
Is it for me?
You like to solve problems creatively
You like working in a logical way
You like to be organised
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You will enjoy
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this subject if:
8
Analytical skills - clear thinking, attention to
detail, ability to follow reasoning, the ability to
construct logical arguments.
Communication skills- ability to answer
questions clearly, communicate your thoughts
precisely and logically both orally and in
written form.
Investigation Skills - knowing where and how
to find information.
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What will I
Learn?
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You will develop
skills and
knowledge in:
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What can I do
with it?
Careers and
education
routes in:
Mathematics students are in high demand by
employers and maths is an essential
transferable skill set across science engineering
and technology.
Mathematics has a broad range of applications
in everyday life in learning in other subject
areas and in the workplace
NUMERACY
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Is it for me?
You will enjoy
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You understand that successful independent living
requires financial awareness, effective money
management, using timetables and other related skills.
You want to make informed decisions, asses risks and
draw valid conclusions.
this subject if:
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What will I
Learn?
You will develop
skills and
knowledge in:
What can I do
with it?
Careers and
education
routes in:
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To read and understand data and information in everyday
life.
Understand how to plan financially to live within your
means
Understand how we are paid, what credit and insurance
means
Interpret data that surrounds us to make informed
decisions.
Numeracy skills allow us to live independently in society .
Employers are very keen for all employees to have a basic
qualification in numeracy
Numeracy can be studied at Nat 3, 4 and 5