Course overview
Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (AI) suits students who enjoy seeing mathematics used to describe and solve real-world problems. It emphasises modelling, statistics, and the confident use of technology - good preparation for the social sciences, natural sciences, design, business, and economics.
What you will study
- Number and algebra.
- Functions: modelling real situations.
- Geometry and trigonometry.
- Statistics and probability: a major focus, extended at HL.
- Calculus: applied differentiation and integration.
Assessment
| Component | SL | HL | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 (calculator) | 40% | 30% | Short questions |
| Paper 2 (calculator) | 40% | 30% | Extended questions |
| Paper 3 (HL) | - | 20% | Extended modelling problems |
| Internal Assessment | 20% | 20% | A mathematical exploration on a topic of choice |
Choose AI if you prefer applied, data-driven mathematics; choose AA if you prefer proof and pure mathematics.