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A Level Statistics
COURSE oVERVIEW
For those who want to develop a deeper understanding of how to analyse and interpret real data. Compare and contrast different methods for collecting data and discovering patterns in our world.
EXAMINATION BOARD:
Edexcel
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Standard college entry requirements plus Grade 5 in GCSE Maths.
Why study A Level Statistics at Blackpool Sixth?
The course provides an excellent overview of many different statistical techniques and how they are applied to real-life contexts. An ideal complement to other statistically rich subjects to develop a deeper understanding.
How will I be taught?
Lessons are taught by subject specialists in a collaborative environment. Students are provided with many learning opportunities to work individually and in small groups – including working on whiteboards around the classrooms. The department has a website, where students can access lessons, resources, and support videos.
Teacher expertise
All teachers have degrees in mathematically rich courses. Our team consists of Examiers for the examboard.
What skills will I develop?
- Problem Solving
- Logical Reasoning
- Analytical Thinking
- Resilience
- Creativity
- Presenting Structured Solutions
- Interpreting Data
How will I be assessed?
100
%What will you study and other information about A Level Statistics
- First Year
- Numerical measures, graphs and diagrams
- Probability
- Sampling
- Probability distributions
- Normal distribution
- Exponential and poisson distributions
- Second Year
- Correlation and linear regression
- Hypothesis testing
- Contingency tables
- Non-parametric tests
- Experimental design
- Equipment and Financial contributions
Statistics students must have a CASIO FX-CG100. There will be a chance to buy this through college for £74.95 (Casio offer a direct school discount). Access to a laptop is required to access the online resources.
- Field trips, projects and employability opportunities
You will complete project work based on the Statistical Enquiry Cycle, which will ensure you understand how to run a work based project.
Where does it lead?
Statistics is used within a variety of jobs, industries, and businesses. At university, statistics modules will be part of other degrees, for instance, geography, psychology, and biology studies, so having these skills will enable you to complete these studies with greater understanding.