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Standard Grade Mathematics

Standard Grade Mathematics

Standard Grade Courses are available at Foundation, General and Credit level. The four areas covered in Standard Grade are: number and money, measurement and shape, relationships and statistics.

At Foundation level, learners are asked to interpret and communicate mathematical information in the form of straightforward tables, graphs and scale drawings; and to make sensible use of a calculator in carrying out whole number, decimal and percentage calculations in routine problems. They also learn how to to select and apply strategies such as trial and error.

At General level, learners also tackle routine problems such as those involving elementary trigonometry, statistics and algebra and to solve problems in straightforward, but not necessarily familiar, contexts.

At Credit level, learners are also required to interpret and communicate mathematical information in tabular, graphical and more abstract forms and to apply problem solving strategies in theoretical contexts.

The Standard Grade Mathematics Course is at three levels:

For more information on SCQF levels and how Standard Grade fits in to the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework, visit our SCQF section.

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Related websites

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BBC Bitesize

To try revision exercises for Mathematics, split into manageable portions, visit the BBC Bitesize website.

My World of Work

My World of Work is a service which aims to help people plan, build and direct their careers throughout their lives. This service is provided by partner organisation Skills Development Scotland.

Continuing Education Gateway

The Continuing Education Gateway site provides an overview of the course as well as outlining career options available for Mathematics.

Education Scotland

The Mathematics page on Education Scotland's site provides support materials and external web links for teaching and learning as well as news, events and feature articles to assist with professional development.