Mathematics
Mathematics
Qualifications to start the course
Minimum entry requirements for all A Level courses are minimum of 8 GCSE subjects, with an average grade of 6 (legacy grade B) or above; including at least a grade 6 or above in GCSE English Language (or Literature) and GCSE mathematics and a grade 6 or above in GCSE Science.
In addition, to study this subject you must have a grade 7 or above in GCSE mathematics.
What you will do
- The school offers a two-year Mathematics A Level course to students using the Edexcel exam board.
Students study the following options:
- The Advanced GCE in Mathematics (edexcel) consists of three externally – examined papers.
- Students must complete all assessment in May/June in year 13.
Future prospects
A Level Mathematics is considered to be good evidence of problem solving ability. Many courses in higher education require a competence in Mathematics but in areas such as Engineering, Economics and the Sciences, a qualification in Mathematics is a must.
Courses in Finance and Business Management are simply helped by a good A Level in Mathematics.
Further Mathematics
Qualifications to start the course
Minimum entry requirements for all A Level courses are minimum of 8 GCSE subjects, with an average grade of 6 (legacy grade B) or above; including at least a grade 6 or above in GCSE English Language (or Literature) and GCSE mathematics and a grade 6 or above in GCSE Science.
In addition, to study this subject you must have a grade 8 or 9 in GCSE mathematics.
What you will do
- Further Mathematics consists of four papers.
- Students must complete all assessments in May/June in year 13.
Future prospects
A Level Mathematics is considered to be good evidence of problem solving ability. Many higher education courses require a competence in Mathematics but in areas such as Engineering, Economics and the Sciences, a qualification in Mathematics is a must.
Courses in Finance and Business Management are simply helped by a good A Level in Mathematics.