A-Levels: Mathematics - AS/A2

Why study Mathematics?
If you enjoy Maths, particularly the logical processes of algebra and problem solving, then A-level Mathematics is the course for you. You will be able to develop your skills further and begin to see how Maths can relate to the real world.

What do I study?
The course is divided into three areas:
- core maths - covering topics from GCSE Maths such as trigonometry, algebra, geometry and a new area, calculus
- statistics - covering topics from GCSE Maths such as probability, averages, data sets and new areas such as probability distributions and discrete random variables
- decision maths - covering areas such as networks and shortest distance problems.
For AS you will study two core units and one decision unit.
The A2 is very similar in that you study a further two core units together with one statistics unit.

Where does Mathematics take me?
A wide area of opportunity is open to students with an A-level in Mathematics. They can apply for degrees in areas
such as Accounts, Business, Computing, Engineering, Geography, Law, Management, any Science course, Psychology, Technology, to name but a few. All Mathematics qualifications at this level are much sought after and highly valued by employers and universities.