Mathematics
Wolverley CofE Secondary School - Worcestershire
01562859800
Blakeshall Lane, Wolverley, Kidderminster, DY11 5XQ
Course summary

A level Maths provides students with a thorough grounding in the mathematical tools and techniques often needed in the workplace. The logic and reasoning skills developed by studying A level Maths make sure the qualification is widely respected even in non-mathematical arenas. A level Maths is structured in two strands – pure core Maths and applied Maths. The pure core strand makes up two-thirds of the qualification and provide the techniques in algebra, geometry, trigonometry and calculus that form the fundamental building blocks of the subject. Mathematical applications make up the remaining third of the qualification and is equally divided between mechanics and statistics. • Mechanics – forces, energy, motion • Statistics – probability, data handling, testing hypotheses

Entry requirements

You should have at least 5 GCSEs at grade 5 or above, with mathematics at a grade 6 or above. This is a level 3 course, which demands a high level of literacy, thinking ability and organisational skills.

How you'll be assessed

3 exams, core 1, core 2 and applied in year 13. Each exam is 33.3% of final grade, length of exams is 2 hours each.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWorcestershire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBlakeshall Lane, Wolverley, Kidderminster, DY11 5XQ