National 5 Applications of Mathematics
Essential information
Course Specification
This explains the overall structure of the Course, including its purpose and aims and information on the skills, knowledge and understanding that will be developed.
- N5 Applications of Mathematics Course Specification
September 2017 - N5 Applications of Mathematics Course Specification (Gaelic Translation)
April 2018
Course Reports
These reports provide information on the performance of candidates which it is hoped will be useful to teachers, lecturers and assessors in their preparation of candidates for future assessment.
- 2018 National 5 Applications of Mathematics Course Report
August 2018 - 2017 National 5 Lifeskills Mathematics Course Report October 2017
- 2016 National 5 Lifeskills Mathematics Course Report October 2016
- 2015 National 5 Lifeskills Mathematics Course Report October 2015
- Mathematics Verification Key Messages Round 1 March 2017
- Lifeskills Mathematics Verification Key Messages October 2016
- Lifeskills Mathematics Verification Key Messages October 2015
Assessment
Specimen Question Papers
These illustrate the standard, structure and requirements of the question papers learners will sit. These also include marking instructions.
Past Papers and Marking Instructions
Resources
Understanding Standards
- Examples of candidate evidence with commentaries
- Overview of course assessment presentation with audio (12 minutes)
- Changes to published Understanding Standards materials for all subjects
Please note: Understanding Standards material is regularly reviewed to ensure it remains up to date.
CPD
Additional CPD support
Where any particular areas of concern are identified, which are not addressed by our Understanding Standards events or support materials, we will offer free continuing professional development (CPD) training, subject to request. CPD support is subject-specific and can be tailored to cover one or more qualification level. To find out more about this service visit our CPD page.