Mathematics (Further)

Course summary

A-level mathematics is an interesting and challenging course which extends the methods students are learning at GCSE. It will appeal to any student who is on track to achieve at least grade 6 at GCSE, or grade 7 for Further Mathematics, enjoys thinking logically and methodically, and solving problems. A Level Maths is made up of Core (Pure), Statistics, and Mechanics. In addition to extending these areas, students taking Further Maths will also study Decision. Pure Mathematics – Extending student's knowledge in familiar areas such as Algebra, Trigonometry, and Co-ordinate Geometry as well as studying new areas such as Calculus and Logarithms. Mechanics – Modelling and analysing the physical world around us, including the motion of objects and how they respond to forces acting upon them. There is a lot of crossover with topics covered in A Level Physics. Statistics – Collecting, summarising and analysing numerical data, extending the probability theory that you studied at GCSE including learning about the Binomial and Normal Distributions. Decision – Using algorithms to find efficient solutions to real-life problems, such as finding the shortest route around a network or the optimal strategy in a game. The techniques are important in business, logistics and computer science.