Statistics - GCSE
In our everyday life we are bombarded with data and information from a variety of sources. To make sense of this and to arrive at the right conclusions we may use Statistics.
Statistics is about collecting, representing and analysing larges amounts of data and information.
The course is particularly suitable for students who are studying Psychology, Biology, Geography, Economics, Business and other subjects or those wishing to acquire an understanding of Statistics.
The course is offered at the Foundation and Higher Tiers. The highest grade available on the Foundation Tier is grade C.
Entry Requirements
GCSE Maths Grade D (or above) or equivalent qualification or a specified mark in the Initial Assessment Test.
Course Content
The GCSE Statistics programme entails the study of the following four subject areas:
- The collection of data
- Processing, representing and analysing data
- Reasoning, interpreting and discussing results
- Probability
Method of Assessment
There will be internal assessment throughout the year consisting of 8 assignments and two mock exams. These will be used to monitor student progress and to ensure that they are on the appropriate Tier.
The external assessment consists of a written paper and a piece of coursework. The written paper accounts for 75% of the assessment and the coursework accounts for 25%.
The Foundation Tier paper lasts for 1 hr and 45 mins and the Higher Tier paper lasts for 2 hrs.