Mathematics (Further)

Course summary

Further Mathematics is a separate A Level to Mathematics. However, due to the nature of the content, you must do Mathematics to do Further Mathematics. This is only suitable for very able mathematicians who have a passion for the subject. This course covers a broader range of topics than Mathematics as well as going into greater depth on some topics. The course is made up 50% Pure topics, 25% Statistics and 25% Mechanics topics. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES/PROGRESSION Most Mathematics degrees now require Further Mathematics A Level. However, it is not just Mathematics degrees that ask for it. More Engineering degrees are asking for Further Mathematics A Level than ever before and many other degrees such as Computer Sciences and Economics have it as a desirable A Level. Aside from Universities, a number of large companies who offer Degree level Apprenticeships have said Further Mathematics is a desirable A Level.