Statistics A-level
90980
- Start:
- September
- Duration:
- 2 years
- Level:
- 3
Course Details
A-level Statistics is not just about crunching numbers; it’s about understanding patterns, predicting trends and learning how to navigate our data driven world. Develop your critical thinking and analytical skills and open pathways to careers in fields such as Economics, Psychology, Environmental Science and many more.
Statistics is a fun subject that relates a lot to real life scenarios. We develop problem solving and critical thinking skills which enhance our ability to visualise and interpret data. We work hard, but it is what we need to achieve well!
In A-level Statistics, you will study a range of topics including Numerical Measures, Graphs, Diagrams, Probability, Population, Sampling, Probability Distributions (with focus on Binomial, Poisson, Exponential and Normal), Correlation, Linear Regression, Hypothesis Testing, Contingency Tables, Non-parametric Tests, Experimental Design, Goodness of Fit, Analysis of Variance, Effect Size and Statistical Enquiry Cycle.
Lessons consist of a mixture of teacher-led delivery, problem solving activities, exam practice, paired and group work and graphical demonstrations. Pupils are encouraged to study and learn independently using materials on our Teams platform and wider college resources.
Our department offers many opportunities to learn and develop outside of the classroom. We run the UKMT Challenge annually, arrange workshops, live chats with statistical professionals and run trips to lectures and universities. We also support our pupils with intervention groups running weekly.
Basic stationery: files for lecture notes, lined paper, pens, pencils, ruler. Also essential is the Casio fx-991CW calculator.
A-level Statistics is one of the most useful qualifications for entry to a wide range of university degree courses and for an excellent career in jobs such as Actuarial analyst, Data analyst, Data scientist, Financial risk analyst, Investment analyst, Market researcher, Operational researcher and, more generally, Statistician.
You will need a minimum or five GCSEs, including English at grade 5 and Maths at grade 4 together with three other subjects at grade 4 or above.
Additional entry requirements:
- A minimum of a grade 5 in GCSE Maths
The College will always treat each applicant as an individual. Should you not have or not expect to obtain the grades stated above, or not have relevant industry-related experience, the College would still welcome your application for this course as this will enable us to identify whether this course is, in fact, the right course for you or whether another course may be more appropriate.
University Guarantee
Every Sefton Sixth Form College student who successfully achieves a Level 3 qualification and meets attendance and entry requirements, is guaranteed a place on a course at the Hugh Baird University Centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some frequently asked questions that we are often asked:
Most students study 3 subjects, plus an Enhancement activity. Alongside these, students are assigned a Personal Development group and attend weekly sessions.
Yes.
Yes, students can access our Bursary Package that can help with associated costs, for example; travel, food and equipment. Find out more here.
Yes. During the interview process you will be introduced to a member of our Learner Support Team if necessary. We will take initial details of access arragements. This can be discussed again at enrolment, with follow up appointments with the team during the first few weeks of term.
Yes. You will have timetabled sessions each day of the week. There will be times when you are not in a lesson; this is your personal study time. During these sessions you will be completing activities which mean you are prepared for your subject lessons. This includes completing homework, revision, Brainscape decks, coursework tasks etc.
