A Level Further Maths
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED TO START THE COURSE
- 8+ in Mathematics
- Further Maths A level can ONLY be taken alongside an A level in mathematics
Plus our standard LaSWAP entry requirements for our A level pathway
COURSE SPECIFICATION
- Pure mathematics covers more advanced topics in algebra, calculus, trigonometry, geometry and vectors, and numerical methods. These involve concepts such as scalar product of vectors with application to 3-dimensional space, different co-ordinate systems, and solutions of a range of differential equations, hyperbolic functions, matrices and mathematical induction. Content is divided over three modules; work, energy and power.
- Mechanics covers relative motion, collisions, more complex motion in one dimension and application of vectors in mechanics.
- Decision maths studies include networks, algorithms for making optimum choices about routes and pathways, and linear programming for maximising efficiency and profits.
LEARNING AND SKILLS
Further maths broadens your mathematical skills and promotes deeper mathematical thinking. You will be introduced to interesting new areas of pure mathematics such as complex numbers and apply mathematics in a wider range of contexts.
EXAMINATION AND ASSESSMENT
EXAM BOARD: EDEXCEL
|
UNITS |
TYPE OF ASSESSMENT |
DURATION |
WEIGHTING |
|
Pure 1 |
Examination in Y13 |
90 minutes |
1/4
|
|
Pure 2 |
Examination in Y13 |
90 minutes |
1/4 |
|
Decision maths |
Examination in Y13 |
90 minutes |
1/4 |
|
Mechanics |
Examination in Y13 |
90 minutes |
1/4 |
| UNIT | TYPE OF ASSESSMENT | DURATION |
| Core pure maths 1 AS LEVEL ONLY | Exam | 100 mins |
| Decision 1 & Further Mechanics 1 AS LEVEL ONLY | Exam | 100 mins |
FUTURE PROSPECTS
Further maths is highly regarded by universities for students contemplating mathematics, science or engineering and computing degrees or any course where proven analytic ability is an asset.
Further maths is a required subject for a Maths degree by some highly competitive universities.