![](https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/an/public/brechinhighschool/uploads/sites/2628/2024/03/02194734/Maths-1.jpg)
![](https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/an/public/brechinhighschool/uploads/sites/2628/2024/03/02195346/ApplicationsOfMathsPoster.jpg)
Application of Mathematics: Higher
Recommended Entry Requirements:
- National 5 Applications of Mathematics or N5 Mathematics pass.
New course information:
Higher Applications of Mathematics launched in August 2021. The course equips learners with the skills needed to interpret, analyse, and critically appraise statistical and mathematical information; simplify and solve problems; assess risk and make informed decisions by enhancing critical and logical thinking.
The course aims to:
- Select, apply, combine and adapt mathematical and statistical literacy skills needed for life, work and further study in a wide range of curricular areas.
- Further develop financial literacy in real-life contexts.
- Use appropriate digital technology to manipulate and model mathematical, statistical and financial information.
- Use mathematical reasoning skills to generalise, build arguments, draw logical conclusions, assess risk, and make informed decisions in familiar and unfamiliar situations.
- Use a range of mathematical skills to analyse, interpret and present data and numerical information.
- Appraise quantitative information critically in the light of modelling or statistical assumptions.
Course Content:
Mathematical modelling
- Understanding and applying the process of mathematical modelling
- Using software effectively in calculations
Statistics and probability
- Applying statistical skills to:
- Basic probability
- Data
- Correlation and linear regression
- Data analysis, interpretation and communication
Finance
- Calculating present and future values of monetary payments
- Solving problems related to personal finance products and transactions
- Applying personal financial planning skills
Assessment:
- Component 1 – SQA Question Paper 80 marks
- Component 2 – Project
Progression Pathway:
- Higher Mathematics
- Advanced Higher Statistics