Dear Students,
This is to inform you of an important change to the module outline and assessment structure for the Essential Mathematics module.
In previous semesters, the Essential Mathematics module was assessed through a Mid-Semester Examination (30%) and a Final Examination (70%). However, following revisions to the module outline, the assessment structure has been updated as follows:
· Class Test 1 (Before the Mid-Semester Examination): 10% (30 minutes)
· Mid-Semester Examination: 30% (1 hour)
· Class Test 2 (After the Mid-Semester Examination): 10% (30 minutes)
· Final Examination: 50% (2 hours)
Class Test 1
The Class Test 1 will assess the following concepts:
· Expansion and factorization of algebraic expressions, number system and directed numbers.
· Indices and logarithms and their respective laws.
· Equations and simultaneous equations.
· Inequalities.
Class Test 2
The Class Test 2 will assess the following concepts:
· Linear and quadratic graphs.
· Sets.
· Algebraic fractions and equations.
Mid-Semester Examination
The Mid-Semester Examination will assess the following concepts:
· Expansion and factorization of algebraic expressions, number system and directed numbers.
· Indices and logarithms and their respective laws.
· Equations and simultaneous equations.
· Inequalities.
Final Examination
The Final Examination will be comprehensive and will assess the following concepts:
· Expansion and factorization of algebraic expressions, number system and directed numbers.
· Indices and logarithms and their respective laws.
· Equations and simultaneous equations.
· Inequalities.
· Linear and quadratic graphs.
· Sets.
· Algebraic fractions and equations.
Important: Final Examination Requirement
To pass the module, a student must obtain at least 45% in the Final Examination. The Final Examination is mandatory for all students.
Therefore, even if a student obtains more than 45% through the continuous assessment (CA) components, failure to attend the Final Examination will result in an overall fail. Please ensure that you attend all assessment components to avoid any risk of failure and the unnecessary repetition of examinations.
Please ensure that you prepare accordingly and keep up with the updated lecture and tutorial materials.
Essential Mathematics Class Test – SCU Colombo
The Essential Mathematics Class Test 1 for SCU Colombo students will be conducted as follows:
Date: Wednesday, 2 September 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Students currently enrolled in the foundation program as well as repeat and pro-rata students, are eligible to sit for the test.
Please be present on time and ensure that you do not miss the assessment.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.
Thank you.