Specification

Specification
(PDF), Last Updated: 19 October 2011
For teaching from September 2011. For examination in Summer 2013.

Specification
(PDF), Last Updated: 08 October 2009
For teaching from September 2009 and 2010. For examination in Summer 2011 and 2012.

Related Circulars

Amended Specification (S/IF/79/06)
(PDF), Last Updated: 19 September 2007

Corrections to the Mathematics for Life Worksheet Index (S/IF/11/08)
(PDF), Last Updated: 13 March 2008

Amended Documentation (S/IF/68/07)
(PDF), Last Updated: 11 October 2007

Entry Level Mathematics is divided into four components:

  • Using and Applying Mathematics;
  • Number and Algebra;
  • Shape, Space and Measures; and
  • Handling Data.

In each component, students study a range of topics. The table below gives details on the components and their associated topics:

Component Topics
Handling Data  
  • Gather and record information
  • Extract and interpret information
  • Sort and classify objects and data
Number and Algebra  
  • Number operations
  • Number systems
  • Number patterns
  • Algorithms
  • Decimals and money
  • Fractions
Shape, Space and Measures  
  • Position and movement
  • 2-dimensional shapes
  • 3-dimensional shapes
  • Measurements and measuring equipment
  • Time
Using and Applying Mathematics  

This combines the knowledge gained through all the components.

Students can be awarded Entry 1, Entry 2 or Entry 3, with Entry 3 being the highest award.

More information on Entry Level Mathematics is available in the full specification.