Mathematics (Further)

Each subject will have its own entry requirements. Please see individual courses for more details.

A level subjects, which subjects are you interested in studying?
Please choose SIX subjects.
For each subject please choose an order of preference. Choose option 1 in the subject which you would most like to study, option 2 in your second subject choice and continue until you have your six subject options.

Optional enrichment courses:
you may choose Mathematical Studies in addition to the A Level subjects you will take in Year 12.

Mathematical Studies is a level 3 maths qualification aimed at students who have a level 4,5 or 6 in maths at GCSE. It is designed to improve students’ mathematical and problem solving skills and to help with the maths in other subjects such as the sciences, psychology, geography and economics.

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The Extended Project Qualification

Further Maths
A Level
Mathematics is both challenging and rewarding and is ideally suited to students who enjoy grappling with complexity and problem solving. You will have the opportunity to participate in a number of mathematics related challenges, visits and activities. At all times you will be encouraged to read widely around your subject and to consider the historical development of mathematics, its applications and the impact it has on society.

What you’ll learn…
You will initially be introduced to elegant algebraic methods and a deeper appreciation of geometry and trigonometry, along with new areas of mathematics such as logarithms, exponentials and series. At the heart of the course is calculus and you will be required to perfect your understanding of differentiation and integration and the numerous methods used to solve increasingly demanding problems. Applied mathematics is an important part of your course. All students will be introduced to statistics and mechanics; the techniques you will encounter often complement your studies elsewhere.

What’s expected?
In both maths and further maths, we expect you to throw yourself into your lessons with unrestrained enthusiasm. Your teachers will support you throughout the course but you need to remain highly motivated. You will be dealing with complex concepts and the volume of work required to develop your mathematical skills is significant. A high standard of presentation in your work is key to developing good mathematical solutions as is the appropriate use of mathematical language and symbols.

You will need an 8 or 9 in GCSE Mathematics.

This is a well regarded subject in many careers, as well as providing the foundation for further mathematical studies in accountancy, industry, commerce, science, engineering, teaching and others.