Further Maths Summary

A-level Further Mathematics is designed for students who wish to study beyond an A-level in Mathematics, and provides a solid foundation for progression into further study particularly in Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics and other scientific subjects. Further Mathematics A-level is one of the top ten subjects held in the highest regard by the top universities.

Further Mathematics is both broader and deeper than A-level Mathematics.  As well as building on the algebra and calculus introduced in A-level Mathematics, the Further Mathematics pure core content introduce complex numbers and matrices; fundamental mathematical ideas with wide applications in Mathematics, Engineering, Physical Sciences and Computing. The non-core content enables learners to specialise in areas of Mathematics that are particularly relevant to their interests and future aspirations, and gives learners the opportunity to extend their knowledge in applied mathematical and logical reasoning.

We offer Mechanics and Discrete as our options in Further Mathematics. These support and enhance skills explored in the Mechanics aspects that exist in A-level Mathematics, as well as introducing work on algorithms and graph theory.

Entry Requirements

  • 5 x grade 5 or above (including GCSE English Language) 
  • Grade 7 in GCSE Maths 

Course Duration

2 years full-time

Specification

OCR A

How you will study

Supported by a specialist Further Mathematics teacher, you will be taught the content of the course through a mixture of modelled worked answers and independent practice. Students have 9 lessons a fortnight, with the expectation of 1 hour of independent work for every 1 hour in the classroom.  Students will work independently on a combination of practice questions and past exam questions to gain experience and confidence in all topics.

Further Mathematics students sit regular in class progress assessments in order to receive personalised feedback on their work and are supported through the use of past papers to prepare for their exams.

Component breakdown

A level: Assessment is entirely 4 x 1½ hour written external examinations 

  • Pure Core 1 (25%) – compulsory
  • Pure Core 2 (25%) – compulsory

Plus two of 

  • Mechanics (25%)
  • Discrete (25%)
  • Statistics (25%)

Accountancy, Engineering, Sciences, Banking, Medicine, Design, Architecture and much more. Almost every company in the world need employees who are competent in maths – a good maths A-Level will greatly improve your chances of employment. Further Mathematics is particularly suited to those looking to study maths at university.  

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