Mathematics (Further)
Course summary
Studying Further Mathematics will help to prepare you for university courses and is highly recommended for students who want to study a degree in a STEM related subject. In Further Maths you will learn about topics such as Complex Numbers and Matrices as well as furthering your work in Mechanics and Statistics. Further Maths is highly regarded by universities, and having it on your university application can even lower the grade requirement offered to you. Studying Further Maths will broaden your mathematical skills and thinking skills and this is likely to improve your grade in A-level Maths.
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Average point score | Minimum average point score of 5.5 | — |
Mathematics | Grade 8 in Mathematics | — |
English Language | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
As published by the school
A LEVEL - In order for students to study A Level courses, they will need the following:- An Average Point Score of 5.5 or more at GCSE Level, including at least a grade 5 in GCSE English Language and at least a grade 5 in GCSE Maths. At least a grade 8 in GCSE Maths
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Assessment
Unit/Component Paper 1 Weighting : 25% Assessment : 1.5 hour examination Unit/Component Paper 2 Weighting : 25% Assessment : 1.5 hour examination Unit/Component Paper 3 Weighting : 25% Assessment : 1.5 hour examination Unit/Component Paper 4 Weighting : 25% Assessment : 1.5 hour examination Future: Career opportunities: Architecture, Accountancy, Engineering, Computer Programming, Software Design, Banking, Teaching, Business, Retail, Games Design, Internet Security, Astronomy, Forensics, Geology, Psychology.
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