Further Mathematics

Contact:

Mrs Davey
Email: [email protected]

Entry Requirements:

Grade 8 in GCSE Mathematics and
Grade 4 in GCSE English Language or GCSE English Literature

Course Overview:

Students who achieve at Grade 8 or 9 at GCSE Mathematic.  Students must have already selected A Level mathematics as an option should really be considering this course.  Students must have already chosen or currently studying Level 3 Mathematics as it leads to developing, extending and furthering their understanding beyond the standard A Level Mathematics. As well as learning new areas of Pure Mathematics, students will study further applications of Mechanics, Statistics and /or Decision in line with their interests.

This is a challenging course but enjoyable for those students who love Mathematics.

Exam Information:

Duration: 1 year AS  or 2 years A Level
Exam Board: Edexcel

Year 1:
Core Pure Mathematics
Further Mathematics Option*

Year 2:
Core Pure Mathematics 1
Core Pure Mathematics 2

Further Mathematics Option 1*
Further Mathematics Option 2*

*The option modules can be selected to best suit the skills and interests of the student

Qualification Gained:

AS Level in year 1
A Level in year 2 –  In order to progress onto the 2nd year students must achieve a grade D at AS Level.

Career Opportunities:

Although not essential, Further Mathematics is desirable if applying for degrees such as Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Engineering, Physics and Economics. Further Mathematics is universally recognised by employers and universities as a advanced and challenging course.

Subject Links:

Students study Further Mathematics alongside A Level Mathematics.