Further Mathematics is a second, separate A Level taken in addition to Mathematics by those who opt for it. It is an extremely demanding and rewarding course, covering Pure Mathematics, Mechanics and Statistics in far greater depth than in the ‘single’ subject. Those studying Further Mathematics take a total of seven exams at the end of the Upper Sixth: three two-hour papers for the A Level in Mathematics, along with another four 90-minute papers for the A Level in Further Mathematics. Within timetabling restrictions, the subject combines well with most other A Levels. The Further Mathematics course is essential for potential university mathematicians and is strongly encouraged for academically minded physical and social scientists. Potential candidates for universities such as Cambridge, Oxford and Imperial College in these subjects, particularly Natural Sciences, Physics, Engineering and Economics, will find that it should help considerably in their university applications, and Further Mathematics is also desirable for applicants to the flagship Economics course at the London School of Economics.
Sixth Form, conditional on them achieving at least three GCSEs at Grade 7 and three GCSEs at Grade 5 (or three A and three B grades).
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £43,980 - £45,582 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £30,162 - £31,797 |
| Address | The Schools, Shrewsbury, SY3 7BA |
Further Mathematics is a second, separate A Level taken in addition to Mathematics by those who opt for it. It is an extremely demanding and rewarding course, covering Pure Mathematics, Mechanics and Statistics in far greater depth than in the ‘single’ subject. Those studying Further Mathematics take a total of seven exams at the end of the Upper Sixth: three two-hour papers for the A Level in Mathematics, along with another four 90-minute papers for the A Level in Further Mathematics. Within timetabling restrictions, the subject combines well with most other A Levels. The Further Mathematics course is essential for potential university mathematicians and is strongly encouraged for academically minded physical and social scientists. Potential candidates for universities such as Cambridge, Oxford and Imperial College in these subjects, particularly Natural Sciences, Physics, Engineering and Economics, will find that it should help considerably in their university applications, and Further Mathematics is also desirable for applicants to the flagship Economics course at the London School of Economics.
Sixth Form, conditional on them achieving at least three GCSEs at Grade 7 and three GCSEs at Grade 5 (or three A and three B grades).
