NCEA L1 Mathematics
MAT1 Course Description Recommended Prior LearningStudents require Curriculum Level 5P in Number and Measurement for entry to this course.
In order to achieve success at NCEA L1 (curriculum level 6) students need to be present for more than 85% of classes, actively engaged during every lesson and complete between one and two hours of independent study every week. Students aiming for Merit or Excellence may have to do more work outside of class.
The NCEA L1 Mathematics course is designed to give students a broad general mathematics base and covers the complete level six curriculum. Students wishing to continue with NCEA level two must meet the following prerequisites;
L2 Mathematics - achieve 10 credits including AS91947 - Demonstrate mathematical reasoning.
L2 Statistics - achieve 15 credits including AS91944 - Explore data using a statistical enquiry process and AS91946 - Interpret and apply mathematical and statistical information in context.
L2 Mathematics with Calculus - achieve 15 credits including AS91947 - Demonstrate mathematical reasoning and AS91946 - Interpret and apply mathematical and statistical information in context.
Learning Areas:
Year 11 (NCEA Level 1), Year 11 Numeracy Requirement, Mathematics - Pāngarau
Pathway
NCEA L2 Mathematics, NCEA L2 Mathematics with Calculus, NCEA L2 Statistics
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Contributions and Equipment/StationeryPens (blue, black and red),
Ruler,
1J5 5mm quad book (three or four for the year),
Scientific calculator.
A laptop for parts of the course, MBC can provide a day loan if necessary.
A textbook will be issued to the student for the year. It is the student's responsibility and must be returned in good condition at the end of the year.
Additional resources are available for an additional charge, these are not compulsory.
Students are to bring all equipment to every lesson.