Further Mathematics is a course designed for the particularly able Mathematician. Students taking this course usually fit into one of three categories: those who want to study Mathematics at university, those who might be contemplating an Oxbridge course for which some Mathematics might be a requirement and those students who enjoy Mathematics and wish to be intellectually challenged. The course is highly regarded by university admissions tutors of all disciplines. Students who have studied Further Mathematics will acquire skills and knowledge that can be applied in many fields. In addition to the acquisition of mathematical skills, students will develop their powers of reason and logic, and their communication skills. Because these skills are transferable, the worth of having studied Further Mathematics is universally recognised. As well as being an excellent intellectual challenge for anyone, this course is invaluable for those who wish to study Mathematics, Engineering, Physical Science courses, Economics or Actuarial Science. Even the best universities have relatively few pupils with a good mathematical background applying to them and such pupils (particularly Further Mathematicians) tend to receive many attractive offers from universities and, later on, from employers. In recent years, many of the students taking Further Mathematics have gained Oxbridge places and anyone considering applying to a top university to study a subject with substantial mathematical content would be well advised to give serious thought to taking this option. Students who wish to study mathematical subjects at some universities, notably Oxford, Cambridge and Warwick, may be required to sit extra examinations (OMAT, STEP or AEA). We provide support and tuition for such students.
Students who really enjoy Mathematics, and would welcome the opportunity to study complex algebra and new abstract topics, should consider taking Further Mathematics A-Level. Further Mathematics is a separate A-Level to Mathematics which extends the core topics and introduces new material normally encountered during the first year of a degree course. It is therefore a particularly demanding A-Level although many find it even more exciting and rewarding than single Mathematics. However, students should consider this option only if they obtained a grade 9 at GCSE. An interest in Mathematical processes, the ability to cope with abstract ideas, the determination to practise techniques and a sense of achievement when worthwhile results are achieved are all fundamental to the successful student of Further Mathematics. A-Level Further Mathematics can only be taken in addition to A-Level Mathematics (Single Mathematics). Moreover, it is strongly advised the boys taking Mathematics and Further Mathematics at A-Level (in addition to two other A-Level subjects) should continue with all four subjects at A-Level in order to ensure they have suitable breath of study for entrance to any university course.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Bedford |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £42,015 - £44,238 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £25,695 |
| Address | De Parys Avenue, Bedford, MK40 2TU |
Further Mathematics is a course designed for the particularly able Mathematician. Students taking this course usually fit into one of three categories: those who want to study Mathematics at university, those who might be contemplating an Oxbridge course for which some Mathematics might be a requirement and those students who enjoy Mathematics and wish to be intellectually challenged. The course is highly regarded by university admissions tutors of all disciplines. Students who have studied Further Mathematics will acquire skills and knowledge that can be applied in many fields. In addition to the acquisition of mathematical skills, students will develop their powers of reason and logic, and their communication skills. Because these skills are transferable, the worth of having studied Further Mathematics is universally recognised. As well as being an excellent intellectual challenge for anyone, this course is invaluable for those who wish to study Mathematics, Engineering, Physical Science courses, Economics or Actuarial Science. Even the best universities have relatively few pupils with a good mathematical background applying to them and such pupils (particularly Further Mathematicians) tend to receive many attractive offers from universities and, later on, from employers. In recent years, many of the students taking Further Mathematics have gained Oxbridge places and anyone considering applying to a top university to study a subject with substantial mathematical content would be well advised to give serious thought to taking this option. Students who wish to study mathematical subjects at some universities, notably Oxford, Cambridge and Warwick, may be required to sit extra examinations (OMAT, STEP or AEA). We provide support and tuition for such students.
Students who really enjoy Mathematics, and would welcome the opportunity to study complex algebra and new abstract topics, should consider taking Further Mathematics A-Level. Further Mathematics is a separate A-Level to Mathematics which extends the core topics and introduces new material normally encountered during the first year of a degree course. It is therefore a particularly demanding A-Level although many find it even more exciting and rewarding than single Mathematics. However, students should consider this option only if they obtained a grade 9 at GCSE. An interest in Mathematical processes, the ability to cope with abstract ideas, the determination to practise techniques and a sense of achievement when worthwhile results are achieved are all fundamental to the successful student of Further Mathematics. A-Level Further Mathematics can only be taken in addition to A-Level Mathematics (Single Mathematics). Moreover, it is strongly advised the boys taking Mathematics and Further Mathematics at A-Level (in addition to two other A-Level subjects) should continue with all four subjects at A-Level in order to ensure they have suitable breath of study for entrance to any university course.