Further Maths A Level

Course Highlights:
The chance to learn from a faculty, which consistently achieves results amongst the top establishments in the country, is a real highlight according to our past students.

Desirable skills:
Organisation, time management and a passion for the subject

Other subjects that work well with this course are:

• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Music
• Geography

Why study Further Mathematics at A Level?
Further Mathematics is an A Level for students whose favourite subject is Mathematics. Certainly, for anyone considering doing a Mathematics degree, Further Mathematics A Level is a must. It enables students to cover the full spectrum of Mathematical topics, including the mysterious areas of complex numbers, matrices and proof by induction.

Course overview

• Students will learn through a range of different teaching strategies, including class discussion, group work, independent study and research. Analytical methods will be enhanced throughout the course. A focus will be put on the student’s use of ICT and calculator and as such, a powerful calculator will need to be purchased before the commencement of the course, details of which can be obtained from the school.
• The content ranges from enhancing knowledge of algebra, geometry and statistical analysis as well as discovering exciting new strands such as decision mathematics and complex theory. Further development of calculus and its use in mechanics is also studied.
• Using the skills developed throughout the course you are able to apply these in solving real life problems. Using mathematical modelling to understand why objects behave the way they do is extremely rewarding. Decision maths helps you find the most efficient way of managing a project to building railways connecting towns in Africa.
• Students develop excellent thinking skills and enhance their analytical approach to problems. Their written communication evolves as they learn to construct a rigid mathematical argument. Furthermore, their time management skills automatically improve as they learn to cope with the hours of independent study required to succeed on the course.

Students studying Mathematics will:

• Have a chance to understand why the world behaves in the way it does.
• Explore issues in global trends of weather including global warming and use mathematical models to analyse potential solutions to such problems.
• Investigate different aspects of applied mathematics including Newtonian methods and statistical analysis.
• Apply knowledge to real life problems to gain a richer understanding of the world around us.

Progression routes and future careers
An A Level in Further Mathematics would support students in their studies of, or a career in, Mathematics, Physics or Computer Science.