An Introduction to
Mathematics-related Subjects
in S6 Curriculum
March 2007
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S6 Curriculum
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Pure Mathematics (A Level)
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Mathematics & Statistics (AS Level)
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Pure Mathematics
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Pre-requisite
– Additional Mathematics (Highly preferable)
– Additional Mathematics related to Pure
Mathematics in Point II system
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Pure Mathematics
Nature of Subject
Require good foundation in Mathematics
Concepts rather than solely on mechanical
skills and operations.
Require Abstract Thinking.
Making Proofs rather than Computation
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Pure Mathematics
 Topics
– Most topics are related to that in Additional
Mathematics but focus on the concepts rather
than computational skills.
– Algebra (Polynomials, Equations, …..)
– Calculus (Differentiation, Integration)
– Coordinate Geometry (2 D Coordinate Geometry)
– New Topics
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Algebra (Set, Functions, Linear Algebra)
Calculus (Continuity, Polar Coordinates)
Complex Number
Conic Sections
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Pure Mathematics
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Impact of New Syllabus
– Bridging of Integration skills is necessary
– Complex number is a brand new topic for
students
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Pure Mathematics
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Prospects
– Compulsory Subjects for Minimum
Requirements in certain disciplines in
Universities :
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Engineering
Computer-Science
Pure Science (Mathematics, Physics)
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Mathematics & Statistics
AS Level
 Preparing for disciplines in Social
Sciences or some in Pure Science (e.g.
Statistics)
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Mathematics & Statistics
Can’t be chosen with other Mathematics
Subjects simultaneously.
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 Both
Science and Arts streams students can
take.
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For Arts stream students, Grade C or above
in Mathematics
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Mathematics & Statistics
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Topics:
– Mathematics
(Basic Skills on Advanced
Mathematics – some topics in
Add. Maths such as differentiation and
integration)
– Statistics
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Mathematics & Statistics
Usually Not a compulsory subjects for
Admission to Universities (May be
replaced by Pure Mathematics)
 For Some Social Science disciplines,
M&S is more preferable compared to
other AS Level Subjects
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Mathematics & Statistics
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Do you want to study Social science subjects?
– Psychology, Sociology, Economics,…
– Visit: http://www.hku.hk or http://www.cuhk.edu.hk
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Are you capable?
– About 40% content is covered in Add. Maths
syllabus
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