A Level Further Mathematics
Entry Requirements
GCSE Mathematics Grade 8 or 9. Please note, students who wish to study the A Level must also study A Level Mathematics.
Exam Board: Pearson / Edexcel
Why Study Further Mathematics?
Further Mathematics is a rigorous subject which develops and extends the topics covered in A Level Mathematics. It is an ideal preparation for students who want to follow degrees that require a high level of mathematical ability such as Mathematics, Engineering and Physics that require a high level of mathematical ability. An A-Level in Further Mathematics shows the interest, ability and commitment necessary for these demanding courses, which can lead to fulfilling careers.
What Content Will I Study?
Further Pure Mathematics, including Complex Numbers, Series, Numerical Solutions, Matrix Algebra and Differential Equations
Further Statistics
Further Mechanics
How Will I Be Assessed?
By examination only in June of Year 13; assessed as four exam papers. Two papers cover the Core Pure Mathematics; the third covers Further Statistics and the fourth covers Further Mechanics.
An Example of the Type of Work Involved
As in A-Level Mathematics, you will take part in individual work, problem solving, collaborative work and reasoning. You will develop your independent learning and reasoning skills, which are essential skills in higher education.
What Careers or Higher Education Follow from this Subject?
Further Mathematics is a highly regarded academic subject which would be useful for any career involving high level of numerical ability and logical, analytical or creative thinking. If you intend to study Mathematics, Physics or Engineering at university then it is often advisable to study Further Mathematics to A Level. It allows you to stand out in a competitive field and gives you appeal if applying for Oxbridge courses.
Other Opportunities Available Whilst Studying This Course
You may be able to take part in the UK Mathematics Senior Mathematics Challenge. This will further your mathematical understanding through different ways of thinking, including applying reasoning and logic and lateral thinking.
Subjects which combine well with this course include:
Recent RR6 Alumni in this subject include:
Class of 2022 examples:
Kings College London studying Mathematics
UCL( University College London) studying Mathematics
University of Southampton studying Mathematics
University of Southampton studying Mathematics with Computer Science
University of Southampton studying Aerospace Engineering
University of Bath studying Aerospace Engineering
University of Surrey studying Aerospace Engineering
Two students at Queen Mary University London studying Aerospace Engineering
Lancaster University studying Nuclear Engineering
Brighton and Sussex Medical School studying Medicine
Queen Mary University studying Computer Science
University of Brighton studying Computer Science
Kings College London studying Computer Science
University of Warwick studying Computer Science
University of Leicester studying Law
Previous Alumni have gone on to, for example :
Cambridge University studying Natural Sciences
Cambridge University studying Computer Science
Oxford University studying Engineering
Imperial College London studying Mathematics
University of Bristol studying Engineering Mathematics
UCL studying Astrophysics
Lancaster University studying Mathematics
Aeronautical Engineering at the University of Liverpool
Physics (MPhys) at Lancaster University
Electronic Engineering at Imperial College
Leeds University studying Management and Mathematics
Bath University and Swansea University studying Aerospace Engineering
Surrey University studying Mechanical Engineering
Imperial University studying Physics
Queen Mary University London studying Product Design and Manufacture including and Industrial year
University of Southampton studying Civil Engineering and Architecture with Industrial Placement year
University of Surrey studying Accounting and Finance