Course information
Mathematics (Further)
St Francis of Assisi Catholic College - Walsall
01922740300
Erdington Road, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0RN
Course summary

It is a challenging qualification, which both extends and deepens your knowledge and understanding beyond the standard A-level Mathematics. It is made up of 50% Further Core Maths, and 50% Discrete Maths. Core – An extension of A-Level Core Maths. • Topic 1 – Complex Numbers • Topic 2 – Argand Diagrams • Topic 3 – Series • Topic 4 – Roots of Polynomials • Topic 5 – Volumes of Revolution • Topic 6 – Matrices • Topic 7 – Linear Transformations • Topic 8 – Proof • Topic 9 – Vectors • Topic 10 – Polar Coordinates • Topic 11 – Hyperbolic Functions • Topic 12 – Differential Equations Discrete – finding solutions to many real-world problems through mathematics. • Topic 1 – Algorithms, Graphs and Networks • Topic 2 – Route Inspection • Topic 3 – Travelling Salesman Problem • Topic 4 – Linear Programming • Topic 5 – Critical Path Analysis • Topic 6 – Transportation Problems • Topic 7 – Allocation Problems • Topic 8 – Flows in Networks • Topic 9 – Dynamic Programming • Topic 10 – Game Theory • Topic 11 – Recurrence Relations • Topic 12 – Decision Analysis

Entry requirements

Entrance into Sixth Form is based upon achieving an average point score of 4 in your best five subjects. Students must be taking A Level Maths. Minimum GCSE Grade 8.

How you'll be assessed

4 written exams 1hr 30mins each.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWalsall
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressErdington Road, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0RN