Mathematics

Entry Requirements

Mathematics is the usual minimum standard required to begin A-level mathematics. It must also be stressed that achieving a grade 7 at GCSE does not necessarily mean that success at A Level will follow and some students may still struggle with the jump in standard. Confidence with algebraic techniques is crucial. Very able mathematicians may wish to study Further Mathematics and they should have achieved a Grade 9 in GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics. Entry to the Further Mathematics course is in the Upper Sixth after students complete an accelerated A-Level Mathematics course in the Lower Sixth (taught separately). Students therefore need to state their intention to study Further Mathematics from the start of Sixth Form.