MATHEMATICS
Is it for me?
You will enjoy
● you like to solve problems creatively
● You like working in a logical way
● You like to be organised
this subject if:
8
What will I Learn?
You will develop skills and knowledge in:
● 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.
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
Is it for me?
You will enjoy this subject if:
● 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.
What will I Learn?
You will develop skills and knowledge in:
● 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.
What can I do with it?
Careers and education routes in:
● 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