Course information
Mathematics (Further)
Penistone Grammar School - Barnsley
01226762114
Huddersfield Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 7BX
Course summary

If you are thinking of taking Mathematics or Engineering courses at University, then Further Mathematics is always useful and can sometimes be a requirement. The new Edexcel Further Mathematics A Level consists of four papers of equal credit, taken at the end of year 13. An A Level in Further Mathematics will support future study opportunities in Mathematics, Physics, Biomedical Science, Molecular Biology, Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical), Aerospace, Computer Science, and Economics. An A Level in Further Mathematics is often an entry requirement for science-based qualifications. Career opportunities include Scientific Research, Accountancy and Finance, Computer Science, Teaching, and many more!

Entry requirements

Have five or more GCSE passes at grade 5 or above (including a Grade 5 or above in English Language and a Grade 5 or above in Mathematics) For Further Mathematics A Level students will require a Grade 8 GCSE in Mathematics. Students are also required to take A Level Mathematics alongside this course.

How you'll be assessed

Papers 1 and 2: Pure Mathematics Topics include: - Complex Numbers - Matrices - Further Calculus and Vectors - Hyperbolic Functions - Differential Equations - Proof Paper 3: Mechanics Topics include: - Momentum and Impulse - Work, Energy, and Power - Elasticity Paper 4: Decision Mathematics Topics include: - Algorithms - Graph Theory

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthorityBarnsley
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressHuddersfield Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 7BX