Mathematics is regarded as one of the most valuable A-levels and a gateway to higher education. It will give you excellent numeracy skills, help you think logically and analytically and enhance your approach to problem-solving. A good understanding of Mathematics will strengthen your abilities in many other disciplines, but it’s also a beautiful subject in its own right. What you’ll study You’ll study a mixture of Pure and Applied Mathematics. In Pure Mathematics, you’ll cover proof; algebra and functions; coordinate geometry in the (x, y) plane; sequences and series; trigonometry; exponentials and logarithms; differentiation; integration; numerical methods; and vectors. In Statistics, you’ll study: statistical sampling; data presentation and interpretation; probability; statistical distributions; and statistical hypothesis testing. In Mechanics you’ll look at: quantities and units in mechanics; kinematics; forces Newton’s laws; and moments. If you’ve done very well in your GCSE, achieving a level 8 or 9, you may want to study ‘Double Mathematics’. This will give you two A-levels, one in Mathematics and one in Further Mathematics. You’ll complete the single Mathematics course in Year 12 and the Further Mathematics course in Year 13. If you’re considering a Mathematics, Engineering or Science degree, you’ll find the Further Mathematics course invaluable.
If you're an existing student, entry to the Sixth Form is conditional on you achieving a minimum of six GCSEs at grade 6. You don't have to complete an application form. You’ll normally have at least a grade 7 in Mathematics GCSE, together with our general entry requirements. See page 50. There’s a lot of algebra in this course and you may find this difficult if you’ve struggled with the more challenging topics at GCSE level.
In single Mathematics, you’ll take three exams at the end of Year 13 (or Year 12 if you’re studying Double Mathematics). Two will be in Pure Mathematics, the third in Statistics & Mechanics. In Further Mathematics, you’ll take four exams at the end of Year 13. Two will be in Further Pure Mathematics and two in areas you’ve chosen from a range of options. You’ll be able to use a calculator in all your exams.
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| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £17,085 |
| Address | Berkeley Place, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1JX |
Mathematics is regarded as one of the most valuable A-levels and a gateway to higher education. It will give you excellent numeracy skills, help you think logically and analytically and enhance your approach to problem-solving. A good understanding of Mathematics will strengthen your abilities in many other disciplines, but it’s also a beautiful subject in its own right. What you’ll study You’ll study a mixture of Pure and Applied Mathematics. In Pure Mathematics, you’ll cover proof; algebra and functions; coordinate geometry in the (x, y) plane; sequences and series; trigonometry; exponentials and logarithms; differentiation; integration; numerical methods; and vectors. In Statistics, you’ll study: statistical sampling; data presentation and interpretation; probability; statistical distributions; and statistical hypothesis testing. In Mechanics you’ll look at: quantities and units in mechanics; kinematics; forces Newton’s laws; and moments. If you’ve done very well in your GCSE, achieving a level 8 or 9, you may want to study ‘Double Mathematics’. This will give you two A-levels, one in Mathematics and one in Further Mathematics. You’ll complete the single Mathematics course in Year 12 and the Further Mathematics course in Year 13. If you’re considering a Mathematics, Engineering or Science degree, you’ll find the Further Mathematics course invaluable.
If you're an existing student, entry to the Sixth Form is conditional on you achieving a minimum of six GCSEs at grade 6. You don't have to complete an application form. You’ll normally have at least a grade 7 in Mathematics GCSE, together with our general entry requirements. See page 50. There’s a lot of algebra in this course and you may find this difficult if you’ve struggled with the more challenging topics at GCSE level.
In single Mathematics, you’ll take three exams at the end of Year 13 (or Year 12 if you’re studying Double Mathematics). Two will be in Pure Mathematics, the third in Statistics & Mechanics. In Further Mathematics, you’ll take four exams at the end of Year 13. Two will be in Further Pure Mathematics and two in areas you’ve chosen from a range of options. You’ll be able to use a calculator in all your exams.