Statistics

Welcome to the Statistics Department

“That which is measured improves. That which is measured and reported improves exponentially." - Karl Pearson

Head of Department:

Mr Goulding
e-mail: mgoulding4.310@parkhighstanmore.org.uk

KS4

GCSE Statistics builds on concepts from mathematics while introducing deeper analytical skills. Beyond calculating averages, students will explore which average is most representative of a dataset as well as making sure the collection of data is accurate. In addition to the relatively simple inter-quartile range method looked at in mathematics, measures of spread are studied which will help to open doors to much more accurate predictions. This fosters a critical approach to evaluating information - an essential skill for subjects that rely on data analysis, such as business, media studies, geography and history. Additionally , it provides valuable experience for those pursuing psychology or sociology, where interpreting research findings is a key advantage.

If you enjoy maths and want to enhance your analytical skills in a way that benefits data-driven subjects, this course is for you. It is ideal for students who want a technical GCSE to demonstrate their ability to collect and interpret data - an asset for future studies in business, economics, and beyond. You don't need to find mathematics easy to succeed; in fact, studying GCSE statistics can help to improve mathematics grades. If you are thinking that Further Maths GCSE is for you, then this course may not be the right choice - this is best suited to students who are curious and resilient students who are eager to understand how data shapes the world.

Year 10

Autumn	Spring	Summer
1. The collection of data 1(a) Planning 1(b) Types of data 1(c) Population and sampling 2(h) Estimation 1(d) Collecting data	2. Processing, representing and analysing data 2(a) Tabulation 2(a) Representing data	2(b) Measures of central tendency 2(c) Measures of dispersion 2(e) Scatter diagrams and correlation

Autumn

Spring

Summer

1. The collection of data

1(a) Planning

1(b) Types of data

1(c) Population and sampling

2(h) Estimation

1(d) Collecting data

2. Processing, representing and analysing data

2(a) Tabulation

2(a) Representing data

2(b) Measures of central tendency

2(c) Measures of dispersion

2(e) Scatter diagrams and correlation

All students who follow this course will be given home learning weekly. Wider reading is always useful either from the websites offered, the text book or as directed by their classroom teacher.

In the Summer Term, each student will sit a formal, internal exam which will consist of all elements taught throughout the course. Appropriate preparation in the form of revision should be taken seriously with sufficient planning and organisation to ensure each student fulfils their potential.

Year 11

Autumn	Spring	Summer
2(f) Time series 3. Probability 3. Experimental and theoretical probability 2. Processing, representing and analysing data 2(d) Further summary statistics	3. Probability distributions Binomial distribution Normal distribution 2(c) Measures of dispersion 2(g) Quality assurance Statistical Enquiry Cycle/A03 Practice Mini-investigation Use this time to carry out an investigation. Students should have the opportunity to work with real world data sets. They may choose to investigate a problem from the sciences, geography, business, economics or other relevant field. Students should:	Revision for Paper 1 and Paper 2

Autumn

Spring

Summer

2(f) Time series

3. Probability

3. Experimental and theoretical probability

2. Processing, representing and analysing data

2(d) Further summary statistics

3. Probability distributions

Binomial distribution
Normal distribution

2(c) Measures of dispersion

2(g) Quality assurance

Statistical Enquiry Cycle/A03 Practice

Mini-investigation

Use this time to carry out an investigation. Students should have the opportunity to work with real world data sets. They may choose to investigate a problem from the sciences, geography, business, economics or other relevant field. Students should:

Revision for Paper 1 and Paper 2

All students who follow this course will be given home learning weekly. Wider reading is always useful from the websites offered, the revision guides as directed by their classroom teacher.

In the Autumn Term each student will sit a formal internal exam, which will be based on what they have studied to date. In the Summer Term, each student will sit a formal, external exam which will consist of all elements taught throughout the course. Appropriate preparation in the form of revision should be taken seriously with sufficient planning and organisation to ensure each student fulfils their potential.

The qualification will be assessed in two equally weighted exam papers. There is no coursework.

The course follows the Edexcel exam board, ensuring consistency with GCSE Maths in both content and assessment.

Assessment consists of two equally weighted exam papers at the end of Year 11.