Aims OCR’s A Level in Further Mathematics A will encourage learners to: • understand mathematics and mathematical processes in ways that promote confidence, foster enjoyment and provide a strong foundation for progress to further study • extend their range of mathematical skills and techniques • understand coherence and progression in mathematics and how different areas of mathematics are connected • apply mathematics in other fields of study and be aware of the relevance of mathematics to the world of work and to situations in society in general • use their mathematical knowledge to make logical and reasoned decisions in solving problems both within pure mathematics and in a variety of contexts, and communicate the mathematical rationale for these decisions clearly • reason logically and recognise incorrect reasoning • generalise mathematically • construct mathematical proofs • use their mathematical skills and techniques to solve challenging problems which require them to decide on the solution strategy • recognise when mathematics can be used to analyse and solve a problem in context • represent situations mathematically and understand the relationship between problems in context and mathematical models that may be applied to solve them • draw diagrams and sketch graphs to help explore mathematical situations and interpret solutions • make deductions and inferences and draw conclusions by using mathematical reasoning • interpret solutions and communicate their interpretation effectively in the context of the problem • read and comprehend mathematical arguments, including justifications of methods and formulae, and communicate their understanding • read and comprehend articles concerning applications of mathematics and communicate their understanding • use technology such as calculators and computers effectively, and recognise when such use may be inappropriate • take increasing responsibility for their own learning and the evaluation of their own mathematical development.
Five GCSE grades 9-6 with grade 5 in English Language and mathematics English Language 5 Mathematics 9 Physics 8 Five GCSE grades 9-6 with grade 5 in English language and mathematics. It is possible to study economics, history, geography, psychology or sociology in Year 12 if the subject was not studied at GCSE. Enrolment on these courses will be at the discretion of the Academy. All students are enrolled at the discretion of the leadership team and individual results will be discussed as part of the enrolment process on GCSE results day.
Assessment In Y12, students will complete A Level Mathematics (OCR MEI B) – The assessment overview of this can be found on the mathematics subject page. In Y13, students will be studying the Further Mathematics aspect of the course, this consists of 4 Papers. Pure Core 1 & 2 (Y541 & Y542) learners will extend and deepen their knowledge of proof, algebra, functions, calculus, vectors and differential equations studied in A Level Mathematics. They will also broaden their knowledge into other areas of pure mathematics that underpin the further study of mathematics and other numerate subjects with complex numbers, matrices, polar coordinates and hyperbolic functions. Mechanics (Y543) learners extend their knowledge of particles, kinematics and forces from A Level Mathematics, using their extended pure mathematical knowledge to explore more complex physical systems. The area covers dimensional analysis, work, energy, power, impulse, momentum, centres of mass, circular motion and variable force. Statistics (Y542) learners will explore the theory which underlies the statistics content in A Level Mathematics, as well as extending their tool box of statistical concepts and techniques. This area covers probability involving combinatorics, probability distributions for discrete and continuous random variables, hypothesis tests and confidence intervals for a population mean, χ-squared tests, nonparametric tests, correlation and regression. Examinations: Externally assessed 90 minutes 75 marks Each paper contributes to 25% of the total qualification
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Newham |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | 40 Cheering Lane, London, E20 1BD |
Aims OCR’s A Level in Further Mathematics A will encourage learners to: • understand mathematics and mathematical processes in ways that promote confidence, foster enjoyment and provide a strong foundation for progress to further study • extend their range of mathematical skills and techniques • understand coherence and progression in mathematics and how different areas of mathematics are connected • apply mathematics in other fields of study and be aware of the relevance of mathematics to the world of work and to situations in society in general • use their mathematical knowledge to make logical and reasoned decisions in solving problems both within pure mathematics and in a variety of contexts, and communicate the mathematical rationale for these decisions clearly • reason logically and recognise incorrect reasoning • generalise mathematically • construct mathematical proofs • use their mathematical skills and techniques to solve challenging problems which require them to decide on the solution strategy • recognise when mathematics can be used to analyse and solve a problem in context • represent situations mathematically and understand the relationship between problems in context and mathematical models that may be applied to solve them • draw diagrams and sketch graphs to help explore mathematical situations and interpret solutions • make deductions and inferences and draw conclusions by using mathematical reasoning • interpret solutions and communicate their interpretation effectively in the context of the problem • read and comprehend mathematical arguments, including justifications of methods and formulae, and communicate their understanding • read and comprehend articles concerning applications of mathematics and communicate their understanding • use technology such as calculators and computers effectively, and recognise when such use may be inappropriate • take increasing responsibility for their own learning and the evaluation of their own mathematical development.
Five GCSE grades 9-6 with grade 5 in English Language and mathematics English Language 5 Mathematics 9 Physics 8 Five GCSE grades 9-6 with grade 5 in English language and mathematics. It is possible to study economics, history, geography, psychology or sociology in Year 12 if the subject was not studied at GCSE. Enrolment on these courses will be at the discretion of the Academy. All students are enrolled at the discretion of the leadership team and individual results will be discussed as part of the enrolment process on GCSE results day.
Assessment In Y12, students will complete A Level Mathematics (OCR MEI B) – The assessment overview of this can be found on the mathematics subject page. In Y13, students will be studying the Further Mathematics aspect of the course, this consists of 4 Papers. Pure Core 1 & 2 (Y541 & Y542) learners will extend and deepen their knowledge of proof, algebra, functions, calculus, vectors and differential equations studied in A Level Mathematics. They will also broaden their knowledge into other areas of pure mathematics that underpin the further study of mathematics and other numerate subjects with complex numbers, matrices, polar coordinates and hyperbolic functions. Mechanics (Y543) learners extend their knowledge of particles, kinematics and forces from A Level Mathematics, using their extended pure mathematical knowledge to explore more complex physical systems. The area covers dimensional analysis, work, energy, power, impulse, momentum, centres of mass, circular motion and variable force. Statistics (Y542) learners will explore the theory which underlies the statistics content in A Level Mathematics, as well as extending their tool box of statistical concepts and techniques. This area covers probability involving combinatorics, probability distributions for discrete and continuous random variables, hypothesis tests and confidence intervals for a population mean, χ-squared tests, nonparametric tests, correlation and regression. Examinations: Externally assessed 90 minutes 75 marks Each paper contributes to 25% of the total qualification
