Students will still be assessed on their knowledge of pure mathematics, statistics and mechanics. This course has been recently reformed, with the first cohort taking their examinations in summer 2019. Compared to the former A Level course, there is a greater emphasis on mathematical modelling, problem solving and mathematical reasoning/communication, building on the increasing emphasis on these areas at (I)GCSE level. The new course is linear, so the examinations will all be taken at the end of the two-year course. Students who really enjoy maths and who are looking to study a highly mathematical subject at university may also choose A Level further mathematics. Further mathematics is a separate A Level which extends the topics covered in A Level mathematics but also covers additional topics such as matrices and complex numbers in pure mathematics. The further mathematics course comprises four elements: two are based on pure mathematics and the other two are taken from mechanics, statistics or decision mathematics.
Minimum I/GCSE Grade Maths - 7 on the 9-1 scale To commence an A Level course in mathematics we would expect students to have obtained at least a grade 7, but ideally a grade 8 or 9. It is essential that students enjoy mathematics, including algebra and problem-solving, and that they are highly motivated and hard working: A Level mathematics is not an easy option and there is a significant increase in difficulty from (I)GCSE. At the beginning of the Lower Sixth, all students are tested on basic algebra and number skills to make sure there is a solid foundation on which to build towards the A Level content.
▪ There is no coursework requirement. ▪ Calculators will be allowed for all examinations. ▪ All examinations will be taken at the end of the course. ▪ For mathematics, there will be three two-hour examinations. ▪ For further mathematics, there will be four 90-minute examinations
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £23,730; Boarding £39,270 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | West Lavington, Devizes, SN10 4HE |
Students will still be assessed on their knowledge of pure mathematics, statistics and mechanics. This course has been recently reformed, with the first cohort taking their examinations in summer 2019. Compared to the former A Level course, there is a greater emphasis on mathematical modelling, problem solving and mathematical reasoning/communication, building on the increasing emphasis on these areas at (I)GCSE level. The new course is linear, so the examinations will all be taken at the end of the two-year course. Students who really enjoy maths and who are looking to study a highly mathematical subject at university may also choose A Level further mathematics. Further mathematics is a separate A Level which extends the topics covered in A Level mathematics but also covers additional topics such as matrices and complex numbers in pure mathematics. The further mathematics course comprises four elements: two are based on pure mathematics and the other two are taken from mechanics, statistics or decision mathematics.
Minimum I/GCSE Grade Maths - 7 on the 9-1 scale To commence an A Level course in mathematics we would expect students to have obtained at least a grade 7, but ideally a grade 8 or 9. It is essential that students enjoy mathematics, including algebra and problem-solving, and that they are highly motivated and hard working: A Level mathematics is not an easy option and there is a significant increase in difficulty from (I)GCSE. At the beginning of the Lower Sixth, all students are tested on basic algebra and number skills to make sure there is a solid foundation on which to build towards the A Level content.
▪ There is no coursework requirement. ▪ Calculators will be allowed for all examinations. ▪ All examinations will be taken at the end of the course. ▪ For mathematics, there will be three two-hour examinations. ▪ For further mathematics, there will be four 90-minute examinations