Year 10 Mathematics Subject Guide
Mathematics is the study of patterns in numbers and space. It provides both a framework for thinking and a means of symbolic communication that is powerful and concise. Mathematics is a means by which people can understand and manage their environment. It has applications in all human activities and provides a universal way of solving problems in science, business and the Arts.
All students include one Mathematics subject in their course of study at Year 10. You can select from a range of mathematical subjects that match your individual needs and mathematical background. To make the right choice, be sure to familiarise yourself with the Mathematics Pathways card and discuss your possibilities with your teacher.
In this study you will have access to worthwhile and challenging mathematical learning activities. You will learn and practise mathematical skills and techniques to find solutions to standard problems. You will further extend your mathematical knowledge and skills through the use of computer algebra system technology. You will undertake investigative projects and solve problems in unfamiliar and real-life situations.
Mathematics Department
headofmathematics@haileybury.com.au
Unit focus areas Pre-requisites
Year 10 Mathematics
Covers Level 10A Victorian Curriculum:
Number
Algebra
Measurement
Space
Statistics
Probability
Year 10 General Mathematics
Covers Level 10 Victorian Curriculum:
Number
Algebra
Measurement
Space Statistics
Probability
Year 10 Advanced Mathematics
Functions, relations and graphs
Algebra
Probability
Measurement
Geometry
Circular functions
Exponential and logarithmic functions
Differential and integral calculus
You will need to consider your past performance in Mathematics, your possible career paths and the pre-requisites for the tertiary courses you may be considering.
Students studying Year 10 General Mathematics are able to study General Mathematics Units 1 to 4. Students studying Year 10 Mathematics or Year 10 Advanced Mathematics are able to study all available VCE Mathematics subjects. The pre-requisites for Year 10 Advanced Mathematics is Year 9 Advanced Mathematics.
Assessment
Students complete a range of learning tasks and assessments throughout each semester, in addition to a final examination