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Overview
Mathematics (Further)
Introduction
Further mathematics A-level supports students sitting A-level mathematics. It can only be taken if a student is also sitting A-level mathematics.
Qualification
A-level
Awarding body
AQA
Course leader
A Burton
Assessment
- Examination: 100%
- 33.3%: Paper 1 assesses the core content.
- 33.3%: Paper 2 assesses the core content.
- 33.3%: Paper 3 assesses the two options studied.
- Non-examined assessment: n/a
Curriculum
Topics
Pure core topics are:
- Proof
- Complex Numbers
- Matrices
- Further Algebra and Functions
- Further Calculus
- Further Vectors
- Polar Coordinates
- Hyperbolic Functions
- Differential Equations.
Optional topics will be decided by the teacher.
Skills and requirements
Subject entry requirements
- Grade 7 in GCSE maths and to be studying A-level mathematics.
Sixth Form entry requirements
- 4 A-levels over 2 years: for students who have achieved 5 or more grade 7s or above including English and maths (grade 5 or above).
- 3 A-levels over 2 years: for students who have achieved 5 grade 5s or above including English and maths.
- Level 3 vocational courses: for students who have achieved 5 grade 4s or above including English and maths.
Beyond the classroom
Future pathways
Students who seek to take degrees in fields that desire A-level mathematics find their applications much supported by further mathematics A-level and can find they have access to a wider choice of courses following Sixth Form.
Many areas of employment see this course as an important qualification. It is often a requirement for vocational qualifications with a mathematical element and for related higher education courses and careers.
Degrees for which it is strongly recommended include: economics, medicine, architecture, accountancy, teaching, psychology, physics and computing.
