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Mathematics Extension 2 11–12 Syllabus (2024) – information for school leaders

Learn about the Mathematics Extension 2 11–12 Syllabus (2024) – what has changed and where to get further support.

This syllabus replaces content in the Mathematics Extension 2 Stage 6 Syllabus (2017). Planning and preparation will commence from 2025 with implementation in 2026.

The Mathematics Extension 2 11–12 Syllabus (2024) recognises the critical importance that working mathematically plays across all areas of mathematics and reflects the strengthened connections within mathematics. This syllabus provides a basis for a wide range of applications of mathematics as well as a strong foundation for further study of the subject at tertiary level.

What you need to know

  • In 2025, teachers engage with the syllabus and plan and prepare for implementation of the Mathematics Extension 2 11–12 Syllabus (2024).
  • In Term 4 2026, implementation of Mathematics Extension 2 Syllabus (2024) commences in schools for Year 12.
  • In 2027, the Mathematics Extension 2 11–12 Syllabus (2024) will be first examined in the HSC.
  • Mathematics Advanced, Extension 1, and Extension 2 offer a continuum for students to progressively acquire knowledge and skills in mathematical concepts across diverse contexts.
  • The NSW Department of Education will be providing support materials to schools to assist and guide the implementation process on Planning, programming and assessing Mathematics 11–12.

The Mathematics Extension 2 11–12 Syllabus (2024) includes:

  • updated school-based assessment requirements
  • a single, overarching working mathematically outcome
  • the embedding of working mathematically in the outcomes, content and examples of the syllabus
  • increased clarity of content points and clear syllabus structure
  • minor content changes including additions, exclusions and relocation of content between and across courses.
Five rows represent the areas of study for Mathematics Extension 2 Year 12. The Proof area of study includes the focus area The nature of proof. The Vectors area of study includes the focus area Further work with vectors. The Complex numbers area of study includes the focus area Introduction to complex numbers. The Calculus area of study includes the focus area Further integration. The Mechanics area of study includes the focus area Applications of calculus to mechanics. All content is surrounded by a box labelled with the phrase, Working mathematically through communicating reasoning, understanding and fluency, and problem solving. Five rows represent the areas of study for Mathematics Extension 2 Year 12. The Proof area of study includes the focus area The nature of proof. The Vectors area of study includes the focus area Further work with vectors. The Complex numbers area of study includes the focus area Introduction to complex numbers. The Calculus area of study includes the focus area Further integration. The Mechanics area of study includes the focus area Applications of calculus to mechanics. All content is surrounded by a box labelled with the phrase, Working mathematically through communicating reasoning, understanding and fluency, and problem solving.
Image: The image shows the overview of the Mathematics Extension 2 Syllabus (2024) structure.

Overview image is from the Mathematics Extension 2 11–12 Syllabus (2024) © NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) for and on behalf of the Crown in right of the State of New South Wales, 2024.

Prior to implementing the Mathematics Extension 2 Syllabus (2024), leaders will need to consider the following:

  • supporting teachers’ understanding of the changes to the syllabus structure and familiarisation with NESA’s digital curriculum platform to ensure the syllabus is taught as intended
  • resource and budget implications, including adequate release days for professional learning and collaboration, and the purchase of updated learning materials
  • collaboration with staff and learning support teams to ensure appropriate curriculum planning
  • complexities for staff working to implement multiple new syllabuses and curriculum
  • exploring ways to adopt and adapt the sample materials provided by the department and curriculum materials developed in school to support the consistency of syllabus enactment.

The Mathematics Extension 2 Syllabus (2024) is based on evidence summarised in the bibliography published by NESA.

  • What processes are in place to support beginning teachers and teachers delivering this syllabus for the first time?
  • What evidence is there that staff have understood syllabus changes and familiarised themselves with the new syllabus, including the research it is based upon?
  • What evidence is there that staff understand how to embed the working mathematically processes into their teaching and learning programs?
  • What school practices and systems are in place to support teacher professional learning?
    • How are these evaluated to maximise support for teachers?
  • How is the school preparing students in Years 7–11 to study Mathematics Extension 2 in Year 12?

Further support

Syllabus information for school leaders

An overview of the pedagogical changes and whole school considerations to support school leaders’ understanding of what has changed for each new syllabus.

Leading curriculum K–12

Advice and resources supporting leaders to facilitate effective curriculum implementation in schools.

Category:

  • Teaching and learning

Business Unit:

  • Curriculum and Reform
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