A Level Further Mathematics

This course is 'self study' in mode of delivery - resources, assessments and ability to undertake examinations are provided.

Overarching Themes: mathematical argument, language and proof, mathematical problem solving, mathematical modelling.

• Core content: complex numbers, further algebra and functions, further calculus, further vectors, polar coordinates, hyperbolic functions.

• Optional content (students must study two of these options): mechanics or statistics.

• Proof, matrices, differential equations, trigonometry, coordinate geometry.

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

• Academic Mentoring

• UK Senior Mathematics Challenge

100% examination

A Level: 4 x 1.5 hour examinations.

General entry requirements of 5 GCSE grades at grade 4 or above (including a grade 4 in English Literature or Language). Plus a grade 8 in Mathematics, a grade 5 in Further Mathematics and be combining this with A Level Mathematics.

For a degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering or actuarial science, you will almost certainly need a good mathematics A level and probably an A level in further maths.

• AS or A Level Further Mathematics is of considerable benefit if you are intending to study either mathematics or theoretical physics at university.

• If you are thinking of looking for a job straight after A levels, it acts as a discriminator, setting you apart from the vast majority of applicants and giving a clear indication that you have acquired a high level of problem-solving ability.