16-18 Courses, 16-18: A Levels

Further Mathematics (A Level)

Course Overview

Entry requirements

Enrolment on an A Level programme requires a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades 9 - 4, including English and maths.

Specific criteria for this subject:
  • A minimum average point score of 5.10
  • Grade 5 English Language GCSE; Grade 8 Maths GCSE; Must be taken with Maths

Course information

Further Maths must be taken alongside Maths A Level and with another one or two A Levels.

Pure Mathematics which makes up two thirds of the course involves algebra, geometry, trigonometry, graphs, sequences and calculus. Mechanics deal with motion and forces and links well with Physics. Statistics includes analysis of data and probability, including evaluating claims based on data. Discrete Maths includes mathematical study of networks and optimisation, and combines well with Computing, Business Studies and Economics.

The Mathematics we study is intrinsically fascinating, but also lays the foundations for further study. This course is often taken alongside the Sciences, Computing and Economics, but students on Further Maths study a wide variety of other subjects, such as Psychology, Music, Media Studies, English and History - in fact most courses go well with this subject.

Key topics

  • Widen and deepen your understanding of mathematical concepts
  • Learn and apply a wide range of mathematical techniques
  • Study applications of mathematics to Mechanics, Statistics and Discrete Maths
  • Use and interpret Mathematics in modelling situations based on the real world

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What Can This Course Lead To

Progress to university, further study or employment.

Further Maths is one of the most highly valued qualifications and is excellent preparation for any degree courses in Maths or related subjects, such as Economics, Statistics, Engineering and Physics. It is also well-respected by employers, with its emphasis on clarity, structure of mathematical thought and attention to detail. This qualification will boost your earning power. Many of the top jobs require maths, from game design to architecture, from accountancy to intelligence.

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