Sixth Form : Further Mathematics - A Level
Mathematics at A-Level involves studying the subject in greater depth than before, and developing ideas which were introduced at GCSE and Additional Mathematics level. It builds on work you will have met earlier, but also involves new ideas that some of the greatest minds of the millennium have produced. It serves as a very useful support for many other qualifications and is also a course worth studying in its own right.
| A-Level Mathematics is a qualification which is sought after by many Higher Education establishments and it prepares a student for further study in many related disciplines. The subject is preferred or required in many degree courses. |
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| An AS Level in Mathematics is very valuable as a supporting subject to many other courses at A-Level and degree level. |
| The subject at AS and A-Level is divided into three branches: |
1. Pure Mathematics
2. Mechanics
3. Statistics
Although there is a certain amount of memorise /recall/apply procedure, there is also room for much creative thinking. Once pupils have been instructed in basic methods, they are encouraged to work both independently and as part of a group to improve their mathematical techniques.
Additional Mathematics provides an excellent foundation for the course and would be considered an important link between GCSE and A-Level.
Topics encountered in Year 12 will be considered again in detail during a "bridging" course in September, so that the transition into A-Level is as comfortable as possible.
This will give pupils the opportunity to study Mathematics to a standard higher than A-Level. It is a course for the more able mathematician who would relish the challenge of extending their mathematical ability and knowledge. Many undergraduate university students have stated that an A-Level in this subject was of great benefit to them in their study of related courses
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