Mathematics is a subject that can be combined well with both Art and Science subjects. It is highly valued by Universities and Colleges and can provide the student with skills which are invaluable to a whole range of other disciplines. It can also be fun and rewarding in its own right! A strength and enjoyment of algebra is essential as this forms a significant part of the course. Mathematics: The course contains elements from three disciplines: Pure Mathematics contains such subjects as algebra techniques, co-ordinate geometry, calculus, functions, trigonometry, series, partial fractions and exponentials. Statistics involves such topics as hypothesis testing, standard deviation and variance, probability sampling theory, binomial and normal distributions. It is particularly useful for those also taking Geography, Biology or Economics. Mechanics is closely related to Physics and contains topics such as velocity, acceleration, Newton’s Laws, momentum, power, work, energy, and vectors. An A Level calculator will be required to access this course costing around £21. Mathematics GCSE This is a course for pupils who are looking to gain a Grade 4 or 5 in Mathematics at GCSE and have achieved a lower grade at GCSE. Further Mathematics This consists of 3 papers in Year 12 or Year 13 and a further 4 papers completed in Year 13. This gives pupils an A2 qualification in Mathematics and an A2 Qualification in Further Mathematics. This option is designed for the able mathematicians who can work at an accelerated rate and therefore pupils need to achieve at least a Grade 8 at GCSE.