Further Mathematics
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A Level Further Mathematics is a challenging qualification that extends knowledge and understanding beyond A Level Mathematics. Mathematically rich university courses such as Mathematics, Engineering, Finance, Computing or the Sciences look favourably upon, and sometimes require, a Further Mathematics qualification. Students considering these options should strongly consider Further Mathematics, especially those students thinking about studying a fourth A Level.
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| Course Name: | Further Mathematics |
| Course Type: | A Level |
| Examination/Coursework: |
100% examination; four papers at the end of Year 13 |
| Exam Board: |
Edexcel |
| Entrance Criteria: |
Standard Sixth Form entry plus Grade 7 in GCSE Maths. (However a Grade 8+ is recommended and must be studied alongside A-Level Mathematics) |
| Topics & Areas Covered: |
Pure Mathematics: complex numbers, matrices, differential equations, hyperbolic functions, series Discrete Mathematics: networks, computer algorithms, game theory, dynamic programming |
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Career Pathways: |
Further Mathematics is particularly valuable to STEM professions. Studying it will set you apart from the crowd. Examples of career possibilities include:
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| Additional Information: |
We are really proud of the take up for UKMT National Challenge competitions at A Level. We also support weekly sessions after school as well as trips to Universities. What our students say: “It allowed me to do more of what I love. It also helps me understand normal maths better.” “I wanted to do the extra parts of maths and more advanced parts to challenge myself” “Further maths class is very small and we help each other out” “I decided to study Further Maths because I am considering studying maths at university, but also because I love it as a subject and want to expand my knowledge as much as possible.” “The teachers have been brilliant and very supportive, there is an amazing atmosphere in class” |
| AS/A-Level: |
This course can be studied as an AS Level. |
| Course Name: | Further Mathematics |
| Course Type: | A Level |
| Examination/Coursework: |
100% examination; four papers at the end of Year 13 |
| Exam Board: |
Edexcel |
| Entrance Criteria: |
Standard Sixth Form entry plus Grade 7 in GCSE Maths. (However a Grade 8+ is recommended and must be studied alongside A-Level Mathematics) |
| Topics & Areas Covered: |
Pure Mathematics: complex numbers, matrices, differential equations, hyperbolic functions, series Discrete Mathematics: networks, computer algorithms, game theory, dynamic programming |
|
Career Pathways: |
Further Mathematics is particularly valuable to STEM professions. Studying it will set you apart from the crowd. Examples of career possibilities include:
|
| Additional Information: |
We are really proud of the take up for UKMT National Challenge competitions at A Level. We also support weekly sessions after school as well as trips to Universities. What our students say: “It allowed me to do more of what I love. It also helps me understand normal maths better.” “I wanted to do the extra parts of maths and more advanced parts to challenge myself” “Further maths class is very small and we help each other out” “I decided to study Further Maths because I am considering studying maths at university, but also because I love it as a subject and want to expand my knowledge as much as possible.” “The teachers have been brilliant and very supportive, there is an amazing atmosphere in class” |
| AS/A-Level: |
This course can be studied as an AS Level. |