STATISTICS
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND UNDERSTANDING
Higher Mathematics
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understand and use a range of complex mathematical
concepts and relationships
select and apply operational skills in algebra, geometry,
trigonometry, calculus and statistics within mathematical
contexts
select and apply skills in numeracy
use mathematical reasoning skills to extract and interpret
information and to use complex mathematical models
use mathematical reasoning skills to think logically, provide
justification or proof and solve problems
communicate mathematical information with complex
features
Advanced Higher Statistics
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knowledge and understanding of a range of complex statistical
concepts
the ability to identify and use appropriate statistical models
the ability to apply more advanced operational skills in
statistical contexts
the ability to use mathematical reasoning skills to extract and
interpret information, think logically and solve problems
the ability to communicate conclusions, exhibiting
appreciation of their limitations
the ability to think analytically about the consequences of
methodological choices
COURSE STRUCTURE
Higher Mathematics
Course Structure: 3 Units and Course Assessment
Mathematics: Expressions and Functions
Mathematics: Relationships and Calculus
Mathematics: Applications
Advanced Higher Statistics
Course Structure: 3 Units and Course Assessment
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Data Analysis and Modelling
Statistical Inference
Hypothesis Testing
COURSE ASSESSMENT
Higher Mathematics
Advanced Higher Statistics
Course Assessment:
Course Assessment:
Component 1 – question paper: Paper 1 (non-calculator) (60 marks)
Component 2 – question paper: Paper 2 (70 marks)
Component 1 – question paper (100 marks)
Higher Mathematics
Advanced Higher Statistics
Question Paper (non-calculator)
Question Paper
This question paper will give learners, without the aid of a calculator,
an opportunity to apply numerical, algebraic, geometric,
trigonometric, calculus, and reasoning skills.
The purpose of the question paper is to assess statistical skills. A
calculator may be used.
These skills are those in which the candidate is required to show an
understanding of underlying processes. They will involve the ability
to use these skills within mathematical contexts in cases where a
calculator may compromise the assessment of this understanding,
such as in solving equations or working with indices, surds and
logarithms.
This question paper will consist of short and extended response
questions.
This question paper will be set and marked by SQA, and conducted in
centres under conditions specified for external examinations by SQA.
Learners will complete this in 1 hour 10 minutes.
Question Paper
This question paper will give learners an opportunity to apply
numerical, algebraic, geometric, trigonometric, calculus, and
reasoning skills.
These skills are those which may be facilitated by the use of a
calculator, allowing more opportunity for application and reasoning.
This would typically involve situations where more complex
calculations would be required to solve problems.
This question paper will consist of short and extended response
questions.
This question paper will be set and marked by SQA, and conducted in
centres under conditions specified for external examinations by SQA.
Learners will complete this in 1 hour 30 minutes.
The question paper will consist of a series of short response questions
and extended response questions set in contexts that require the
application of skills developed in the Course. Learners will be
expected to communicate responses clearly and to justify solutions.
The paper will have 100 marks.
The question paper will be set and marked by SQA and conducted in
centres under conditions specified for external examinations by SQA.
Learners will complete this in 3 hours.