Mathematics at this level is designed to develop students’ powers of understanding and deduction as well as resourcefulness in solving problems. It appeals to those with a curiosity about numbers, patterns and ideas that have the power to solve real problems. Approximately two thirds of the course is Pure Mathematics, mostly algebra, calculus and trigonometry - although at this level a common feature is the blurring of lines between different disciplines. The remaining third is split evenly between Statistics and Mechanics, with many topics and skills being transferable to a number of other subjects.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSFurther Mathematics - Grade 8 or above at GCSE with some evidence of extension work beyond the GCSE. WHERE THIS SUBJECT CAN TAKE YOUFurther Mathematics is certainly key for anyone hoping to pursue Mathematics at degree level and, similarly, will be highly regarded by any course such as Engineering, Physics and, of course, Mathematics. A Level in Further Mathematics normally sits quite high up in the list for other degrees such as Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary, Natural Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Computing, Business and Accounting and is also useful for the Humanities and Social Sciences. MATHEMATICS & FURTHER MATHEMATICS (A LEVEL) 29 AWARD - A LEVEL COURSE CONTENT/STRUCTUREStudents taking Further Mathematics will study the entire A Level Mathematics course in the Lower Sixth, and then begin the study of Further Mathematics in the final stages of that year before continuing throughout Upper Sixth. ASSESSMENTA Level or AS Level Further Mathematics will be examined at the end of the |
