Further Maths: A and AS Level
A Level
In Leyton
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Leyton
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Duration
1 Year
For AS Further Maths you will take the following units: Mechanics 1, Decision Maths 1 and Further Pure Maths 1. For A level Further Maths you must first complete AS Further Maths. You will then take three more units: Mechanics 2, Further Pure Maths 2 and Further Pure Maths 3.
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Government funding available
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About this course
If you get a high grade in AS Maths at the end of the first year then you can take AS Further Mathematics, in addition to taking A level Maths, in the second year. This means that you will end up with an A level in Mathematics and an AS level in Further Mathematics.
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Course programme
This subject builds up a substantial knowledge of pure and applied mathematics. An enthusiasm for mathematics is essential for this demanding course. We would recommend that you take this option if you are very keen on following mathematics-related subjects at university.
Course details
For AS Further Maths you will take the following units: Mechanics 1, Decision Maths 1 and Further Pure Maths 1. For A level Further Maths you must first complete AS Further Maths. You will then take three more units: Mechanics 2, Further Pure Maths 2 and Further Pure Maths 3.
How is it assessed?
AS Further Maths is assessed by three 1.5 hour examinations: one for each module. A2 Further Maths is assessed by a further three 1.5 hour examinations.
Course duration
One year at AS level. One year at A2 level.
What do I need to study this subject?
GCSE grade A or A* for AS Further Maths. A high grade at AS Maths and AS Further Maths to study A level Further Maths.
Where can this lead me?
If you are considering applying for a maths-related course at a competitive university you are strongly advised to do Further Maths at least to AS level.
Further Maths: A and AS Level