A-Level Further Mathematics

Course Summary

Mathematics is the application of a finite number of methods to an infinite number of problems. A level Mathematics provides students with a through grounding in the mathematical tools and techniques often needed in the workplace. The logic and reasoning skills developed by studying A level Maths make sure the qualification is widely respected, even in non – mathematical areas. A good understanding of the principles involved, a willingness to work hard to overcome any hurdles encountered, together with practice in solving the recurrent type of problems, will make a successful Mathematician. The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to understand mathematics and mathematical processes in a way that promotes confidence, fosters enjoyment and provides a strong foundation for progress to further study, whilst understanding the coherence and progression in mathematics and how different areas of mathematics are connected. In summary, A level Maths is a challenging but fascinating and extremely rewarding course.

Course Introduction

Course Outline

Please note: Students are able to take this option as an Enrichment AS qualification in Year 12. This will need to be taken in addition to 3 A-Levels. The course outline below is for the full A-Level and the AS will include elements of the content below. After beginning the course some students will be able to transfer to the full A-Level in Further Maths.

Exam Board: Edexcel

Further Mathematics should only be considered by enthusiastic, able Mathematicians. It is a more challenging course which requires dedication as it is deeper and broader than A level Maths. It reinforces and expands some content from Maths, as well as introducing new topics.

Each paper is 1hr 40mins and they have equal weighting.

Paper 1 – Any content from Proof, Complex Numbers, Further algebra and functions, Further calculus, Further Vectors, Polar Coordinates, Hyperbolic functions, Differential equations.

Paper 2 – Content from the two additional options studied: Further Statistics and Further Mechanics.

Subject Entry Requirements

In addition to the general Sixth Form Entry requirements students will need the following:
GCSE English Literature or Language: Grade 4 or above
GCSE Mathematics: Grade 8 or above

Students will need to study A-Level Mathematics if they wish to study AS or A-Level Further Mathematics

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