SUBJECT SPECIFIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Grade 8 and above in GCSE Mathematics. To study Further Mathematics, you must also study Mathematics A-Level.

WHAT DOES THE COURSE INVOLVE?

A-Level Further Mathematics is a demanding and notoriously difficult course. Students of Further Mathematics learn to acquire new information, methods and skills at a rapid pace. You will be expected to achieve and maintain a high standard. You should be resilient and hard working. You should be a competent Mathematician and will be expected to deal with algebra without difficulty. These skills, and in particular problem-solving, will be further developed.

WHAT ARE THE TEACHING AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES?

It is paramount for you to have a strong grasp of all algebraic concepts taught at GCSE but, more importantly than this, you must enjoy Mathematics and problem-solving. You will learn to work steadily, to present solutions clearly and concisely, and to extend your own thinking within a logical framework. You will learn to develop persistence, as harder problems often require several attempts before a solution is identified. Specifically, you will acquire the confidence to deal with information given in algebraic, numerical or graphical form, and to produce written work which is logical and concise.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

WHY IS THIS QUALIFICATION USEFUL?

In recent years, Further Mathematics students have become Mechanical Engineers, Sound Production Engineers, Accountants and Actuaries, Doctors and Medical Scientists, Computer Graphic Designers, graduate Engineering apprentices, Sports Scientists, Teachers, Fashion Designers and Architects to name just a few. Mathematics opens all sorts of doors! Universities frequently give favourable offers to Further Mathematicians, as the course itself is seen as one of the toughest A-Levels.