Further Mathematics

A Level

Curriculum

As a student of Maths you will develop your knowledge, reasoning and analytical skills and the ability to solve problems through a variety of different lessons.

You will have success in all Maths lessons you attend and will have many lightbulb moments as you discover new ideas and understanding of those new ideas.

You will develop a greater understanding of the use of Maths in the wider world and will understand how this may relate to you in your future career.

Progression

Further Maths A level could lead to degrees in Mathematics, Physics, Computing, Engineering and prepares students for further employment in highly mathematical disciplines.

Careers

Actuary; accountant; aeronautical engineer; financial risk analyst; investment analyst; investment banker; meteorologist; operational researcher; research scientist; statistician; systems developer; teacher.

Entry Requirements

Students must achieve six GCSE grades or equivalent at 6,6,5,5,4,4 including Grade 7 or above Mathematics. You must also take A Level Maths.

Assessment

The Exam Board is EDEXCEL.
100% Examination, marked externally.

Opportunities for work related activities

Pure and applied university taster sessions. Engineering, Robotics and Statistics days. Operational research study including the chance to enter national competitions.