Mathematics

AS & A2

Qualification To Start The Course

Five GCSEs including mathematics at grade A or A*.

What You Will Do

The school offers a two–year mathematics 'A' level course to students using the Edexcel exam board. Students study the following options:

  • Pure mathematics C1
  • Pure mathematics C2
  • Pure mathematics C3
  • Pure mathematics C4
  • Statistics S1
  • Mechanics MI
  • Students complete three of the above options (C1 C2 S1) in Year 12 to complete an A/S level

Future Prospects

A level mathematics is considered to be good evidence of problem solving ability. Many courses in higher education require a cometence in mathematics but in ares such as engineering, economics and the sciences, a qualification in mathematics is a must. Courses in finance and business management are simply helped by a good A level in mathematics.

Mathematics