Statistics A Level

By studying AS/A level Statistics you will develop your understanding of statistics and statistical processes and also develop abilities to reason logically and recognise incorrect statistical reason. This course will give you the ability to represent a situation statistically, i.e. be able to model real life situations. You will also develop an awareness of the relevance of statistics to other fields of study, the world of work and to society in general. The course will also enable you to acquire the skills needed to use technology effectively in problem solving.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of 40 points for your average GCSE score, Mathematics and English Language at grades A*-C plus at least four other GCSEs from our specified range of GCSE subjects and a satisfactory reference

International Entry Requirements
IELTS 5.5, High School Certificate Grade C or above (or equivalent)

Content and Assessment

Module 1 – Statistics 1B, 100% examination
Module 2 – Statistics 2, 100% examination
Module 3 – Statistics 3, 100% examination

In the second year, three further modules are studied to complete the full A Level.
Module 3 – Statistics 4, 100% examination
Module 4 – Statistics 5, 100% examination
Module 6 – Statistics 6, 100% examination

Coursework

There is no coursework.

Course Duration

The A level qualification ia a full-time course achieved over a two year period. In the first year you study the AS modules and in the second year you will study the A2 modules. The year begins in September and runs through to the beginning of July.

Progression

An AS/A2 Statistics combines well with other subjects such as Business, Mathematics and Sociology. This is an ideal subject for university study particularily if a future in management is anticipated.

Additional Information

Students will be expected to provide their own study materials such as pens, pencils rulers, files, file paper and a graphical calculator. You are also expected to purchase course text books. Classes generally employ a wide range of teaching and learning techniques to cater for all students.

Exam Board

The exam board is AQA. The specification is AQA GCE Statistics 5/6381. You can find more information at www.aqa.org.uk

Admissions

Pleae apply for our A level course (minimum three subjects) on-line through our website, www.kingston-college.ac.uk or by following the link to the right of this page.