Mathematics (Further)

Course summary

Further Maths is desired by many top universities if you plan to study a Mathematics degree and mandatory for Durham University. It will also benefit anyone considering Science, Engineering courses, Computing and Economics. It is studied alongside A Level Mathematics. You should consider Further Mathematics only if you are a very able mathematician. You explore concepts not covered in A Level Maths and delve more deeply into other topics taught at A Level Maths. It is strongly encouraged that Further Maths be taken as a 4th A Level in year 12. Then, at the start of year 13, you may choose to drop an A Level, after sitting one or two AS exams. What are the progression opportunities? People who have studied A Level Further Maths have an excellent choice of careers, many of which involve very well-paid professions. Further Mathematicians are often considered to be the elite of mathematicians and can pursue careers in many sectors including corporate banking, be an Actuary (someone who compiles and analyses numbers and statistics to forecast long-term costs), Engineering and Cyber Intelligence. Maths graduates have the highest starting salaries.