9MAT - Mathematics

9MAT - Mathematics

Aims of the Course:

Mathematics is the exploration and use of patterns and relationships in quantities, space, and time. Statistics is the exploration and use of patterns and relationships in data. These two disciplines are related but involve different ways of thinking and solving problems. Both equip ākonga with effective means for modelling, analysing, and interpreting the world in which they live. Mathematicians and statisticians use symbols, graphs, displays, and diagrams to help them find and communicate patterns and relationships. They evaluate information to make informed decisions and create models to represent both real-life and hypothetical situations. 

Topics:

Topics cover the full breadth of the Mathematics and Statistics curriculum.  The topics are: Number, Geometry (including Pythagoras’ Theorem), Measurement, Statistics, Probability, Algebra and Graphs.

Other, eg. Field trips, Curriculum Enrichment:

Students will have the opportunity to take part in the Otago Junior Mathematics competition and be selected for the Auckland Mathex competition.

Assessment:

Students will have their first opportunity to sit the NCEA Numeracy Co-requisite assessment in September 2024

NB: Refer to the Student Assessment Handbook for assessment rules.

Subject and Career Pathways:

Year 9 Mathematics is the foundation for Mathematics in Year 10.

Numeracy is a life skill, and the NCEA Numeracy Co-requisite is a requirement for any NCEA - Levels 1, 2 and 3. The second opportunity will be offered in Year 10. Further opportunities will be available in Year 11 or 12.

Mathematics and Statistics careers are diverse and extensive. They include engineering, data analyst, researcher, health, trades, retailing, actuary, teaching, banking and finance, science fields, computer and technology fields.