Further Maths A Level (must be chosen with A Level Maths) Block B
Science and Mathematics
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What will you be working towards?
| Code | M8 |
| Qualification Type | GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent |
| Qualification Level | Level 3 |
| Course type | Full Time |
Overview
Further mathematics is studied as an additional course to the A-Level Mathematics. Across the two years of the course you will study Core Maths 1, Core Maths 2 and two additional modules. The additional modules will consist of Further Mechanics 1 and Decision Mathematics 1.
Details
- Core Maths in year 1 will look at complex numbers, Argand diagrams, series, roots of polynomials, Volumes of revolution, Matrices, proof by induction and further vectors.
- Core Maths in year 2 will delve deeper into some familiar topics from year 1 plus introduce polar coordinates, Hyperbolic Functions and differential equations.
- Further Mechanics looks at momentum & impulse, work Energy & Power, elastic strings & springs and elastic collisions.
- Decision Mathematics introduces concepts which are heavily linked with computing such as algorithms, graphs & networks, route inspection, linear programming and critical path analysis.
How will it be delivered?
At the end of the two years there will be four examinations. Two covering the content from both
Core modules and separate tests for further mechanics and decision mathematics.
Entry requirements
5 GCSE or equivalent grades at 4 or above including a 7 in Mathematics. Students must also study A Level Maths
Your next steps...
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