Course information
A level Further Maths
St Peter's Collegiate Academy - Wolverhampton
01902558600
Compton Park, Compton Road West, Wolverhampton, WV3 9DU
Course summary

Why study Further Mathematics. Further Maths is fun and rewarding. It broadens your mathematical skills and promotes deeper mathematical thinking. You will be introduced to interesting new areas of pure mathematics such as complex numbers and apply mathematics in a wider range of contexts. Course content. All students must complete a compulsory component comprised of; Mathematical argument, language and proof Mathematical problem solving Mathematical modelling. The methods involved in this component include; Proof Complex Numbers Matrices Further Algebra and Functions Further Calculus Further Vectors Polar coordinates Hyperbolic functions Differential Equations Trigonometry Coordinate geometry

Entry requirements

A strong grade 7 or higher at GCSE Maths.

How you'll be assessed

3 written papers of 100 marks, each lasting 2 hours and with equal weight in the A Level qualification. All questions are compulsory. There is no coursework component which allows students more time to concentrate on practising their techniques. A scientific or graphics calculator is essential.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWolverhampton
Ofsted RatingRequires improvement
Gender TypeMixed
AddressCompton Park, Compton Road West, Wolverhampton, WV3 9DU