Mathematics A Level continues to develop the topics studied in GCSE or IGCSE mathematics, and introduces methods and techniques used in many subjects at university level and beyond. The mathematics course covers a range of pure and applied mathematics, including mechanics and statistics. Mechanics at A Level is not essential for A Level physics but could be advantageous if you are considering university courses such as physics or engineering. Statistics is increasingly important in many fields such as biology, geography, business, economics and marketing. Mathematics is also an interesting subject to study for its own sake.
The vast majority of Upper Fifth (Year 11) pupils at Exeter School continue into the sixth form but there has also been a long tradition of a significant number of new entrants from other schools. To qualify for entry into the Lower Sixth, applicants and current Upper Fifth pupils need to achieve a minimum of three grade 7 and three grade 6 GCSEs as well as passing GCSE English and mathematics and have a positive reference/school record (that includes conduct, attendance and punctuality). A GCSE or IGCSE grade 6 is the minimum requirement, with a grade of 7 or higher strongly recommended.
Each of the three areas above is examined by a written paper that is two hours in length. Pupils must answer all questions in each paper and calculators are allowed throughout. Each paper is worth a third of the overall qualification. In the pure mathematics two exam, knowledge of all topics in pure mathematics one will be assumed. The statistics and mechanics examination contains two sections – one for each discipline.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £16,710 |
| Address | Victoria Park Road, Exeter, EX2 4NS |
Mathematics A Level continues to develop the topics studied in GCSE or IGCSE mathematics, and introduces methods and techniques used in many subjects at university level and beyond. The mathematics course covers a range of pure and applied mathematics, including mechanics and statistics. Mechanics at A Level is not essential for A Level physics but could be advantageous if you are considering university courses such as physics or engineering. Statistics is increasingly important in many fields such as biology, geography, business, economics and marketing. Mathematics is also an interesting subject to study for its own sake.
The vast majority of Upper Fifth (Year 11) pupils at Exeter School continue into the sixth form but there has also been a long tradition of a significant number of new entrants from other schools. To qualify for entry into the Lower Sixth, applicants and current Upper Fifth pupils need to achieve a minimum of three grade 7 and three grade 6 GCSEs as well as passing GCSE English and mathematics and have a positive reference/school record (that includes conduct, attendance and punctuality). A GCSE or IGCSE grade 6 is the minimum requirement, with a grade of 7 or higher strongly recommended.
Each of the three areas above is examined by a written paper that is two hours in length. Pupils must answer all questions in each paper and calculators are allowed throughout. Each paper is worth a third of the overall qualification. In the pure mathematics two exam, knowledge of all topics in pure mathematics one will be assumed. The statistics and mechanics examination contains two sections – one for each discipline.