Mathematics Extension 1 (3 Unit) builds upon the knowledge of Mathematics Advanced(2 Unit). It also serves as the foundation for Extension 2 (4 Unit). It is the minimum mathematics subject requirement for many competitive programs at university, including medical school. The new NESA syllabus includes the following topics:

 

Year 11 Topics:

• Functions

• Trigonometric Functions

• Calculus

• Combinatorics

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Year 12 Topics:

• Proof

• Vectors

• Trigonometric Functions

• Calculus

• Statistical Analysis

For more information from the syllabus, click here.

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Textbooks to choose from:

Four major textbooks are currently used in teaching Mathematics Extension 1: Focus, Fitzpatrick, Cambridge, and Terry Lee. Focus helps students revise the basic concepts and build new knowledge from there, but it tends to be easier than actual HSC questions. Cambridge and Terry Lee focus more on challenging mathematics concepts and theories, but some contents are beyond the syllabus. In general, Fitzpatrick provides a suitable level of content for most students.