Mathematics Topic Directory
Explore every major branch of UK mathematics from GCSE Foundation through to A-Level Pure, Statistics, and Mechanics.
Number
Core numerical concepts including fractions, percentages, indices, ratio and standard form.
Integers & Operations
GCSE FoundationPositive and negative integers, BIDMAS rules, and place value.
Fractions & Decimals
GCSE FoundationAdding, subtracting, multiplying and converting fractions and decimals.
Percentages & Interest
GCSE FoundationPercentage change, reverse percentages, and simple/compound interest.
Ratio & Proportion
GCSE FoundationSharing in ratios, direct and inverse proportion problems.
Indices & Roots
GCSE HigherLaws of indices, fractional and negative powers.
Standard Form
GCSE FoundationExpressing large and small numbers in scientific standard form.
Algebra
Expressions, expanding brackets, factorising, solving quadratics, sequences and functions.
Algebraic Expressions
GCSE FoundationSimplifying, collecting like terms, and expanding single brackets.
Factorising
GCSE HigherSingle brackets, double brackets, and difference of two squares.
Linear Equations
GCSE FoundationSolving equations with unknowns on one side and both sides.
Quadratic Equations
GCSE HigherSolving by factorising, completing the square, and using the formula.
Simultaneous Equations
GCSE HigherElimination, substitution, and graphical intersection methods.
Sequences & Nth Term
GCSE HigherArithmetic, geometric, quadratic, and Fibonacci-style sequences.
Functions & Composite
A-LevelDomain, range, inverse functions f⁻¹(x) and composite functions gf(x).
Geometry
Angles, 2D/3D shapes, perimeter, area, volume, transformations and circle theorems.
Angle Properties
GCSE FoundationAngles on straight lines, parallel lines, polygons and triangles.
Area & Perimeter
GCSE FoundationCalculations for rectangles, triangles, parallelograms, and trapeziums.
Circles & Arcs
GCSE HigherCircumference, area of circle, arc length, and sector area.
Volume & Surface Area
GCSE HigherPrisms, cylinders, pyramids, cones, and spheres.
Transformations
GCSE FoundationTranslation, reflection, rotation, and enlargement with scale factors.
Circle Theorems
GCSE HigherAngles at centre, cyclic quadrilaterals, alternate segment theorem.
Trigonometry
Right-angled trigonometry, Sine and Cosine rules, 3D trigonometry and trig graphs.
Right-Angled Trig (SOHCAHTOA)
GCSE FoundationFinding missing sides and angles using sin, cos, and tan ratios.
Pythagoras' Theorem
GCSE FoundationCalculating hypotenuse and shorter sides in 2D and 3D shapes.
Sine & Cosine Rules
GCSE HigherSolving non-right-angled triangles and calculating area using ½ab sin(C).
Trigonometric Graphs
A-LevelGraphs of sin x, cos x, tan x, transformations and exact values.
Trigonometric Identities
A-LevelUsing sin²θ + cos²θ = 1 and tanθ = sinθ/cosθ to prove identities.
Statistics
Data collection, averages, spread, cumulative frequency, histograms and standard deviation.
Averages & Range
GCSE FoundationMean, median, mode, and range from raw data and frequency tables.
Histograms & Frequency
GCSE HigherDrawing and interpreting histograms with unequal class widths.
Cumulative Frequency
GCSE HigherPlotting cumulative curves, finding median and interquartile range (IQR).
Scatter Diagrams & Correlation
GCSE FoundationLine of best fit, positive/negative correlation, and extrapolation.
Standard Deviation & Normal Dist
A-LevelMeasures of spread, variance, standard deviation, and Z-scores.
Probability
Basic outcomes, tree diagrams, Venn diagrams, combined events and conditional probability.
Probability Basics
GCSE FoundationProbability scale, expected frequency, and relative frequency.
Combined Events
GCSE FoundationSample space diagrams, AND/OR rules for independent events.
Tree Diagrams
GCSE HigherIndependent and dependent events without replacement.
Venn Diagrams & Set Notation
GCSE HigherIntersections ∩, unions ∪, complements, and conditional probability P(A|B).
Calculus
Limits, differentiation, stationary points, integration, definite integrals and area under curves.
Differentiation Fundamentals
A-LevelFirst principles, power rule d/dx(xⁿ) = nxⁿ⁻¹, gradients of tangents.
Stationary Points & Max/Min
A-LevelFinding turning points, using second derivative d²y/dx² to classify.
Chain, Product & Quotient Rules
A-LevelDifferentiating composite functions, products, and quotients.
Integration Fundamentals
A-LevelIndefinite integration ∫xⁿ dx, constant of integration + C.
Definite Integrals & Area
A-LevelEvaluating limits, calculating area enclosed between curves and x-axis.
Vectors & Mechanics
Column vectors, geometric proof, SUVAT equations of motion, forces and Newton's laws.
Column Vectors
GCSE FoundationVector addition, scalar multiplication, magnitude and direction.
Vector Proofs
GCSE HigherUsing vectors to prove parallel lines, collinear points, and ratios.
Kinematics & SUVAT
A-LevelConstant acceleration equations v = u + at, s = ut + ½at².
Forces & Newton's Laws
A-LevelResolving forces, friction, F = ma, inclined planes, and pulleys.