A Level Further Mathematics
A level Further Mathematics is designed to broaden and deepen the mathematical knowledge and skills developed when studying A-level Mathematics. It must be studied alongside A level Mathematics and provides a stimulating experience for those who enjoy the subject. All students must study the core aspects and Statistics and mechanics.
A Level Further Mathematics Entry Requirements: This course is only available to students studying A level mathematics with GCSE grade 8 or 9 maths.
A Level Further Mathematics Specification:
https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/mathematics/as-and-a-level/further-mathematics-7367
Below are additional resources and a transition task to help prepare you for A Level Further Maths at Cowes Sixth Form
Detailed Specification (pdf file) - https://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/mathematics/specifications/AQA-7367-SP-2017.PDF
Assessment/Exam details
Paper 1 – Core content only (2hr exam)
Paper 2 – Core content only (2hr exam)
Paper 3 – Statistics + Mechanics content (2hr exam)
Full details of what is assessed in each exam at this link
Textbook
Head Start to A Level Maths by CGP (£5,95)
Below are additional resources and a transition task to help prepare you for A Level Maths at Cowes Sixth Form. Please complete the bridging support during the summer and present to your maths teacher in your first maths session at Cowes Sixth Form
EQUIPMENT
Casio FX-991EX – Scientific Calculator – all students must have - link
Casio GRAPHICAL Calculator CG50 (not essential due to high purchase price) - link
WIDER READING LIST
Books
Head Start to A Level Maths by CGP (£5,95)
Why do buses come in threes? – Rob Easterway
Fermat’s Last Theorem – Simon Singh
Numbers and Proofs - Allenby
What if? – Randall Munroe
Alex’s Adventures in Numberland – Alex Bellos
The Simpsons and their Mathematical Secrets – Simon Singh
Websites
TL Maths – Videos on each topic from the New A-Level Spec of 2017 - link
TED Talk – Inside the mind of a master procrastinator - link
TED Talk – How we are teaching computers to understand pictures - link
Your life in weeks by Tim Urban - https://waitbutwhy.com/2014/05/life-weeks.html
STEP Support Programme
Website: https://maths.org/step/welcome
Key stages: key stage 5
Description: the STEP Support Programme is offered by the University of Cambridge to help university applicants develop their advanced mathematical problem-solving skills and prepare for STEP mathematics exams. Assessments are downloadable.
Registration: not required
Underground Maths
Website: https://undergroundmathematics.org/
Key stages: key stage 5
Description: a range of interactive tasks and questions linked to the A level maths and further maths curriculums.
Registration: not required