Course information
Mathematics: Further
Cardinal Newman Catholic School - Brighton and Hove
01273558551
The Upper Drive, Hove, BN3 6ND
Course summary

Students will study the entire Mathematics A-level course content in Year 12 and sit the final examinations at the end of the year, before going on to study Further Mathematics in Year 13. This includes the study of complex numbers, further calculus and further mechanics or statistics. Students also have the option to sit the Advanced Extension Award (AEA) in Pure Mathematics at the end of Year 12 which is ideal for any students who may go on to apply to Oxbridge or other top Russell Group universities. Further Maths is an ideal fourth A-level choice for students wishing to apply to the most academically demanding university courses.

Entry requirements

Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 6 or above. Mathematics GCSE Grade 7 or above. Pathway 1+ (2 years) Academic Entry Requirements 6 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade B/6/Merit or above and including either Mathematics or English Language at Grade 4 or above (only one BTEC grade may be considered). Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Four A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) for those students with mainly A*-A or 9-8 grades. Three A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Pathway 2 (2 years) 5 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade C/4 and/or BTEC qualifications at pass and above. Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Three BTEC Level 3 courses + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Options for students after completing pathway: - Foundation or Degree (Level 4) - Start Level 3 or 4 courses at courses in Higher Education (e.g. University via UCAS). other institutions. - Employment or apprenticeships

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RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityBrighton and Hove
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressThe Upper Drive, Hove, BN3 6ND