About the course

Mathematicians are not people who find Mathematics easy; they are people who enjoy how hard it is!  A Level Further Mathematics is designed to be studied in your second year after successful completion of A Level Mathematics in Year 1 – enabling you to achieve more than one Mathematics A Level.  You will broaden your mathematical education studying topics such as “imaginary” numbers and differential equations.  Are you up for the challenge?

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above which includes: Grade 8 Mathematics, High grade in A Level Mathematics from year 1

Think about studying alongside: Accounting | Biology | Business Studies | Chemistry | Computer Science | Design and Technology: Product Design | Economics | Electronics | Mathematics | Physics | Statistics

Assessment

Throughout the course, we will assess you using formal examinations and mini-tests. You will be given a breakdown of your progress by topic to allow you to assess your knowledge and skills to improve. Regular homework is set to support your learning in class. At the end of the first year, you will sit three 2-hour written external exams for A Level Mathematics and at the end of the second year, you will sit four 1.5-hour written external exams for A Level Further Mathematics. Calculators are required for all examinations.

Careers & Progression

Accountant, Engineer, Teacher, Bank Manager, Cyber Intelligence Officer, Statistician, Financial Adviser, Software Developer, Astrophysicist.

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