A Level Mathematics

Course summary

The Maths A Level is a highly demanding course and for those who have a conscientious attitude and the desire to work independently, it is extremely rewarding. All students will take an entrance exam in the first week to confirm their suitability for the course. It is vital that student have a hardworking attitude to succeed on this course as the content is much more demanding than at GCSE and the pace is relatively quick. What you will study: Paper 1: Pure Mathematics (2hour exam) Proof, Algebra and functions, Coordinate geometry in the (x, y) plane, Sequences and series, Trigonometry, Exponentials and logarithms, Differentiation, Integration, Vectors Paper 2: Statistics and Mechanics (1 hour 15 minutes exam) Section A: Statistics - Statistical sampling, Data presentation and interpretation, Probability, Statistical distributions, Statistical hypothesis testing Section B: Mechanics - Quantities and units in mechanics, Kinematics, Forces and Newton’s laws Skills you will gain: A wide range of mathematical techniques used in maths, science and engineering degrees, experience of thinking creatively when faces with new and unusual problems, a rigorous approach t communicating mathematically. Career Paths: A good grade at A level opens many potential degrees and subsequent careers including engineering, investment banking, programming and IT, systems analysis, doctor/dentistry. Please note: Due to re very difficult nature of this course, we strongly advise work to be completed in the summer holidays before the course begins in September.