This Additional Mathematics course provides a variety of topics with related attributes which would enable Caribbean students to reason logically using the prior knowledge gained from the CSEC General Proficiency Mathematics. Candidates are expected to enter this course of study with a solid foundation of algebraic knowledge and mathematical reasoning.

On completing this course students will be able to make a smooth transition to higher levels of study in Mathematics, or move on to career choices where a deeper knowledge of the general concepts of Mathematics is required. This course of study, which includes fundamentals of Pure and Applied Mathematics, caters to diverse interests enabling students to develop critical-thinking skills applicable to other subject areas.

Some of the underlying concepts of Mathematics will be explored to a level which fosters a deeper understanding and greater appreciation of Mathematics. This will give students the confidence and ability to approach problem-solving in enlightened ways and lead to creative methods of solving complex real-world problems.

This course thus provides insight into the exciting world of advanced mathematics, thereby equipping students with the tools necessary to approach any mathematical situation with confidence.

The syllabus is arranged as a set of topics, and each topic is defined by its specific objectives and content. The topics are arranged in four sections as follows:

Section 1 - Algebra and Functions

Section 2 - Coordinate Geometry and Trigonometry

Section 3 - Introductory Calculus

Section 4 - Basic Mathematical Applications