Mathematics

Course summary

Studying Mathematics A Level develops excellent problem-solving skills. Students learn how to think logically and analytically, enabling them to take complex problems, break them down into a series of smaller steps, solve each one in turn and then assemble these answers into a solution to the original problem These skills, in addition to being highly satisfying in their own right, are highly valued by employers as well as being key building blocks for the study of many other subjects. Study Mathematics because: • You love the challenge of problem-solving and enjoy the satisfaction of knowing when you have found the correct answer • You enjoy learning about abstract concepts such as algebra, and how these concepts can be applied to real-life problems • It provides the mathematical skills you need to further your study of other subjects. Unless there are special circumstances, we expect a grade 8/9 at GCSE or IGCSE as this demonstrates that you will be able to make the transition to A-Level Mathematics. Being competent at algebra is vital as these skills underpin the way we explain our solutions. We will be helping you with your algebra, and testing you on it, early in the course.