Course information
Mathematics (Further)
Gunnersbury Catholic School - Hounslow
02085687281
The Ride, Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 9LB
Course summary

You'll cover pure maths topics including: proof, algebra and functions, coordinate geometry, sequences and series, trigonometry, exponentials and logarithms, differentiation, integration, numerical methods and vectors. You'll also focus on statistics including: statistical sampling, data presentation and interpretation, probability, statistical distributions and statistical hypothesis testing. Mechanics will cover quantities and units in mechanics, kinematics, forces and Newton's laws and moments. Maths skills are in demand across a variety of jobs and sectors. The transferable skills youll get are useful in careers from finance to engineering, commerce to healthcare. Maths provides a foundation for degrees, school leaver schemes, higher and degree apprenticeships in a variety of subjects including mathematics, actuarial science, the natural and physical sciences, medical and veterinary science, engineering, business and finance, economics, psychology and many more.

Entry requirements

At least 5 GCSE passes (including English and Mathematics) at Grade 4 or higher Grade 8 in GCSE Maths; applicants must also study ‘A’ level Maths

How you'll be assessed

Assessment is through final examination at the end of the course. There will be 3 exam papers each of 2 hours duration.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityHounslow
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeBoys
AddressThe Ride, Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 9LB