Mathematics gce a level

2. Course description When you study Mathematics at A Level, you will not only learn new mathematical skills, but will also apply them to solving problems. You will see how the subject can be used to show what is happening and what might happen in different real life situations. If you are intending to study Mathematics or another mathematics-rich degree at university, we strongly recommend you combine a Mathematics A Level with a Further Mathematics A Level to give a deeper insight into the subject. The course includes core (pure) mathematics plus Statistics, Mechanics or Decision Mathematics. Core Mathematics extends your knowledge of topics such as algebra, trigonometry and geometry as well as learning some new ideas such as calculus. These ideas are interesting in their own right, but they also serve as a foundation for other work you will do. In Statistics, you will learn how to analyse and summarise numerical data to arrive at conclusions and predictions about it. Mechanics describes mathematically the motion of objects and how they respond to forces acting on them. Many of the ideas studied here form an introduction to modern fields of study such as robotics and biomechanics, as well as the more traditional ones of Engineering and Physics. Decision Mathematics is concerned with applying mathematical models to real world problems. It has become increasingly popular due to its links with Computer Science. Mathematics can be challenging at this level. To succeed, you will need to be able to think clearly and logically and, just as importantly, to persevere when you can't immediately see the solution to a problem. There is a total of six modules to be completed. Assessment is mainly through written examinations, though there is also a small amount of coursework. Mathematics can be taken with any other subjects, but students often choose; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Business Studie...