Maths and Further Maths
Mathematics is an essential tool for everyday life. It gives you an important key to understanding the world we live in as you develop your mathematical skills. The problem-solving skills you will develop studying advanced level Maths are highly valued in most careers, and mathematical ability is very highly regarded by both universities and employers.
A Level Maths
A Level Further Maths
Core
- Irrational Numbers
- Algebra
- Coordinate Geometry
- Calculus
- Trigonometry
- Sequences and Series
- Vectors
- Numerical methods
Applied Topics
- Statistics
- Mechanics
A Level Maths Core plus
- Complex Numbers
- Conic Sections
- Polar Co-ordinates
- Hyperbolic Functions
- Matrices
Our Option modules
- Further Pure 1
- Further Mechanics 1
- Further Statistics 1
Maths has always been my favourite subject so if there was an opportunity to learn more complex maths I would not liked to have missed it. It is a very difficult subject at A Level, but the sense of achievement after finally understanding something is so worth it.
Zeynep Saner, ex Dorothy Stringer
Course Essentials
Courses Available
Single Maths Course - this is the regular Maths A level, examined at the end of your second year.
Double Maths Course - this course teaches the regular Maths A level and Further Maths A level. You would complete your regular Maths A Level by the end of your first first year, including taking the exams. In your second year, you would complete your Further Maths A level.PLUS
How The Course is Assessed
100% Exam
Career Pathways
Maths qualifications are considered essential or desirable for a whole host of degree subjects including virtually all sciences, economics and related courses and many social science courses. There is a national shortage of mathematicians, and employment prospects are good. To get some idea of careers open to those studying Maths at A Level and beyond, look at the careers section at www.mathscareers.org.uk.
Transferable Skills
Problem solving; logical thinking; conceptual ability; analysis and interpretation of data; research skills.
Other Information
Students have the opportunity to take part in the UK Maths Challenge and the Southampton Cipher Challenge. University preparation classes for STEP, AEA and Oxbridge Entrance Exams are also available.
Enquiries To
Scott Cosby: sco@varndean.ac.uk