Level 3 Mathematics with Statistics
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge:
The course is based on Level 8 of the NZ Mathematics and Statistics Curriculum and includes:
Statistical investigations
- Time series data analysis
- Bivariate data analysis
- Statistical inference
- Probability concepts
- Statistical reports
Optional extra - Probability distributions - Scholarship
Recommended Prior Learning
We recommend at least Merit in both of the Level 2 Standards AS 91267 Probability and AS 91264 Inference or by teacher referral.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Workbooks for the external examinations
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Mathematics and Statistics 3.8 - Investigate time series data
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.9 - Investigate bivariate measurement data
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.10 - Use statistical methods to make a formal inference
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.12 - Evaluate statistically based reports
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Mathematics and Statistics 3.13 - Apply probability concepts in solving problems
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 20
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Disclaimer
All subject selections are provisional only and are subject to:
- meeting any course entry requirements
- minimum class sizes
- the availability of teaching staff
and the final decision is at the discretion of the Head of Learning Area for that subject.