This subject is not recommended for students wanting to pursue Mathematics at Stage 2 or beyond. It does not provide a pathway to Stage 2 Essential Mathematics. 

Length: Full Year (Two 10 credit semesters) or Semester 1 only (10 credits) 
Contact: Maths Leader 
Recommended Background: Nil 

This course is designed to allow students with limited mathematical skills to achieve the compulsory numeracy requirements of SACE. 

Course Description 

Stage 1 Essential Mathematics is designed for students who are seeking to meet the SACE numeracy requirement; or students who are planning to pursue a trades or vocational pathway. There is an emphasis on extending students’ mathematical skills in ways that apply to practical problem solving in everyday and workplace contexts, in flexible and resourceful ways. 

Stage 1 Essential Mathematics consists of the following topics: 

Semester 1 Course: Calculations, time, and ratio, Earning and spending, Measurement 
Full Year Course: Calculations, time, and ratio, Earning and spending, Measurement, Data in context, Geometry, Investing 

Subject Requirement 

All students must purchase a Scientific Calculator to support their engagement with this course. 

Years 7-12 Calculator Requirements 

Assessment 

Students must achieve a C grade or higher to achieve their compulsory SACE numeracy requirement. Students will complete three structured assessment tasks and one folio per semester. 

Leads To 

Does not lead to a Stage 2 Mathematics pathway