A level statistics edexcel

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Anyone do this with what other a levels and exambaord lmk how is it I hate maths at gcse getting like 5s/6s and to do statistics in my college need 5 and I was saying how hard is it like I find a level maths hard from just looking at it is too much thinking and sometimes don’t always

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Betgans

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Original post by Brianstudy01

Anyone do this with what other a levels and exambaord lmk how is it I hate maths at gcse getting like 5s/6s and to do statistics in my college need 5 and I was saying how hard is it like I find a level maths hard from just looking at it is too much thinking and sometimes don’t always

It’s still hard but much easier than a level maths, but there are very limited revison resources for statistics because it is a new subject, I do recommend it tho because it’s very useful for future professions, however just start your revision when the subject begins and stay on top, OSFC, has all the videos I needed to do statistics

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Brianstudy01

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Original post by Betgans

It’s still hard but much easier than a level maths, but there are very limited revison resources for statistics because it is a new subject, I do recommend it tho because it’s very useful for future professions, however just start your revision when the subject begins and stay on top, OSFC, has all the videos I needed to do statistics

Omg do u go to osfc I literally wanna go there how’s the teaching for this subject their and what get maths at gcse and what your other a levels and what apply for uni lmk thx you from Oldham like me

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Luqmlam

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Hi, I'm doing A-Level Stats pretty much for the same reason as you. I needed a mathsy subject but didn’t want to do maths because I found it very tricky - best decision I ever made.

It is easier than maths for sure but not extremely easily. It is still a very challenging course and lots of people in my class are failing with D’s & E’s. I enjoy the subject much more than I thought I would and I’m currently averaging at a B which I’m very happy with - I definitely think it helps when your actually interested.

My tip is to make sure to keep on top of all the content and do lots of revision. This was my downfall as I hate revision. As long as your on top of all the work you’ll do good. You can’t leave it though and not revise as then you’ll be the person getting E’s.

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Brianstudy01

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Original post by Luqmlam

Hi, I'm doing A-Level Stats pretty much for the same reason as you. I needed a mathsy subject but didn’t want to do maths because I found it very tricky - best decision I ever made.
It is easier than maths for sure but not extremely easily. It is still a very challenging course and lots of people in my class are failing with D’s & E’s. I enjoy the subject much more than I thought I would and I’m currently averaging at a B which I’m very happy with - I definitely think it helps when your actually interested.
My tip is to make sure to keep on top of all the content and do lots of revision. This was my downfall as I hate revision. As long as your on top of all the work you’ll do good. You can’t leave it though and not revise as then you’ll be the person getting E’s.

Like what topics you find easy and hard and what did you get at maths gcse

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Luqmlam

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Original post by Brianstudy01

Like what topics you find easy and hard and what did you get at maths gcse

5 at GCSE which was the entry requirement for the course.

Easy wise the distributions are quite easy as well as some of the hypothesis rests such as PMCC or Spearmans rank.

Some of the hypothesis tests are hard such as binomial proportion. And i don't like linear combinations because it involves too much maths for me (Probably the topic with the most pure maths).

The hardest thing about the course however is distinguishing what to do in a test in context. With maths it will tell you but in stats they don't tell you instead they give you 'key words' but it is so vague it could be a few different things so you have to properly read what the question is asking. The context can be very hard and is hard to get your head around to start with but if you keep at it you can definitely get your head around it.

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Muttley79

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Original post by dsvgfsdvf

Hey, I have some questions as I'm trying to self-study A-Level Statistics in less than a year (I did regular Maths with Stats and Mechanics last year and am doing Further Maths FS1 + FS2 this year).
Do you think this is possible to get an A/A* in this if I have some experience in stats? Could I get your email or Discord or something to talk further? I haven't found anyone else doing this subject. If you're not comfortable sharing, feel free to add me on Discord @tatertot_11 - I would really really appreciate it.

https://www.drfrost.org/courses.php?coid=12818

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Muttley79

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Original post by dsvgfsdvf

mb i didnt know that, ive been trying so hard to message everyone i cld find online about this; do you know if everything is covered by FS1 and FS2?

Dr Frost is a teacher ...

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Lalalalalalam

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Original post by dsvgfsdvf

mb i didnt know that, ive been trying so hard to message everyone i cld find online about this; do you know if everything is covered by FS1 and FS2?

im also trying to cover the content for as and a level statistics in one year, if u have any revision resources pls share its very hard to find resources related to the the exam spec

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Brianstudy01

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Original post by Lalalalalalam

im also trying to cover the content for as and a level statistics in one year, if u have any revision resources pls share its very hard to find resources related to the the exam spec

Do u recommend this subject

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username7297041

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Ah, the joys of A-levels! So, you’re diving into A-level Statistics with Edexcel and already having nightmares from just glancing at A-level Maths? Classic.
Imagine walking into a haunted house where every corner has a math problem waiting to jump-scare you. That’s A-level Maths. But A-level Statistics? Think of it as the spooky house’s slightly friendlier cousin—still creepy, but less likely to make you scream.
Your GCSE grades are like, “Hey, we survived!” and now you’re wondering if Stats will be a chill friend or a secret monster. Well, Stats is more about understanding patterns and data rather than the hardcore algebra that A-level Maths throws at you like a relentless dodgeball game.
Pairing it with other A-levels? Make sure one of them is something you genuinely enjoy, like English or Art, to balance out the brain strain.
So, grab your calculator, take a deep breath, and remember: at least you’re not alone in this haunted house of numbers.

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Lalalalalalam

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Original post by Brianstudy01

Do u recommend this subject

well honestly i havent studied much of it yet only the beginning basics, but i think if you are dedicated enough and put in a lot of effort its not that hard, maybe its just me but looking at the spec for statistics i dont think it would be easier than maths, i think it would be on the same level so i wouldnt say its an "easy" subject, its hard and even harder because there are less resources to self-study but if you are motivated and keep learning and practising everyday, it should hopefully work out fine

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Brianstudy01

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Original post by Lalalalalalam

well honestly i havent studied much of it yet only the beginning basics, but i think if you are dedicated enough and put in a lot of effort its not that hard, maybe its just me but looking at the spec for statistics i dont think it would be easier than maths, i think it would be on the same level so i wouldnt say its an "easy" subject, its hard and even harder because there are less resources to self-study but if you are motivated and keep learning and practising everyday, it should hopefully work out fine

So if know for fact don’t want to do maths a level do u think would not want to do stats

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Lalalalalalam

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Original post by Brianstudy01

So if know for fact don’t want to do maths a level do u think would not want to do stats

I think you should go through some of the initial topics of the specification and practice some exam style questions on them to see what you are getting into. I generally prefer pure maths because I don’t like wordy problems where you have to figure out what to do, like what method to apply, and statistics is all about that. So if you think you are good at that or think that you are capable of learning that then statistics could be a good choice.

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