Is IB maths harder than A-level maths?

Thanks Bondgirl, His Maths teacher has now confirmed that the IB higher Maths is harder than A level Maths. I didn’t expect an answer at the weekend, though! So, in theory, universities should adjust their requirements accordingly.

What is A-level maths equivalent to in IB?

It is equivalent to A-levels further Maths. A-level Maths: A level Maths is considered to be more difficult than IB Math SL. However, the syllabus of A level is divided into smaller chunks.

Is IB Math Studies easy?

Standard level is somewhat easy for anyone who was fairly good at high school Mathematics. Since in IB everyone is supposed to take Mathematics, Studies is reserved for those students who don’t like Mathematics at all.

What is the difference between as maths and A-level maths?

A-Level maths is two years, the first being AS and the second being A2. If it’s linear then you have to stay two years and do all exams at the end. AS maths is just the first half of the A-level, the courses aren’t ‘different’, A-Level just is the full course.

Does IB Math include calculus?

Students complete most of the topics, including introductory Calculus, the first year and then focus on a more intense Calculus driven curriculum the second year. IB Mathematics HL is a three-year Higher Level (HL) course appropriate for students who really excel at mathematics.

What is IB math Studies?

The Mathematical Studies SL course “is designed to build confidence and encourage an appreciation of mathematics in students” who do not expect mathematics to be a major component of their university studies. Its curriculum consists of the following topics: Numbers and algebra. Sets, logic, and probability. Functions.

What does IB math Studies cover?

The difference is that students in HL courses explore these areas in greater depth. SL and HL students alike acquire knowledge in numbers and algebra, functions, geometry and trigonometry, statistics and probability, and calculus. The IB has also made numerous other noteworthy changes to its math curriculum.

Do universities accept as levels?

The presence or absence of AS grades on your Ucas application won’t affect your consideration for a course: in fact, universities will be mindful of the fact that not all schools offer AS-levels. In the absence of AS grades, universities may look at your GCSE grades, as this will be the last formal assessment you took.