Trinity offers an extensive range of mathematics options. All students must study pure mathematics, the content of which forms the mathematical basis for many subjects and careers. In addition, you will study applied mathematics, Mechanics and Statistics (Further Mathematicians may study Decision maths). To study mathematics at A level you need a minimum grade B at GCSE. Mathematics is relevant to many degrees. The A level in mathematics requires and builds on a strong grasp of algebraic concepts acquired on the higher tier GCSE. People entering today’s most lucrative industries such as IT, banking and the stock market need to be confident using mathematics on a daily basis. To be sure of this, many employers still look for a traditional Mathematics A-level qualification. Researchers at the London School of Economics have recently found that people who have studied mathematics can expect to earn up to 11% more than their colleagues, even in the same job! Even in areas where pure mathematics isn’t required, other mathematics skills learned at AS and A level, such as logical thinking, problem-solving and statistical analysis, are often very desirable in the workplace. Mathematics is the new lingua franca of commerce, business and even journalism. If you are particularly interested in or talented at mathematics and contemplating a strongly mathematics-related degree, it may be a great advantage to study both A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics. Further Mathematics will not appear on the option blocks but may be available by arrangement, please speak to either Mr Milne (Head of Sixth Form) or Mrs Grant (Subject Leader of Maths).