Mathematics: possible unit combinations
The following unit combinations in Mathematics will be offered in 2021.
They are classified in decreasing order of difficulty.
Year 10 Semester 2 Year 11 Year 12 Comment
Most difficult
course
1
STRIVE Mathematics
or
Advanced Mathematics (A grade)
Specialist
Units 1 & 2
Methods
Units 1 & 2
Specialist
Units 3 & 4
Methods
Units 3 & 4
Double Mathematics for university entry to specialist courses such as engineering,
physical sciences, and mathematics
2 Advanced Mathematics (B grade)
Methods
Units 1 & 2
Methods
Units 3 & 4
Single Mathematics for university courses where further mathematics is likely to be
needed. Also suitable for preparation for higher level technical training
3 Standard Mathematics (B grade)
Applications
Units 1 & 2
Applications
Units 3 & 4
Single Mathematics for general university entry
4 Applying Mathematics
Essential
Units 1 & 2
Essential
Units 3 & 4
General Mathematics for further education and training or university entry where
further mathematics is unlikely to be needed
Least difficult
course
5 Applying Mathematics
Foundation
Units 1 & 2
Foundation
Units 3 & 4
General Mathematics for students who have not demonstrated (WACE) standard
of numeracy requirement by the end of Year 10
Students should discuss their choices with their Mathematics teacher or the Head of Faculty to ensure that they are making a reasonable and viable choice.
Their teacher will recommend the most appropriate course for Years 11 and 12.
Parents are encouraged to make enquiries to Mr Peter Orriss, Head of Mathematics Faculty on (08) 9377 9257, for assistance or clarification.
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